Physical Therapist - Watseka Campus

Overview

The Licensed Physical Therapist at Riverside Healthcare provides expert evaluation and treatment to patients experiencing challenges with mobility, function, and daily living skills due to injury, illness, or disability. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans that address patient needs, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and guiding patients toward their goals of improved independence and quality of life. The Licensed Physical Therapist is an essential member of the rehabilitation team, committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Riverside Rehab Services offers...

• Continuing education starting at $1,000 per year – can be flexible if seeking specialization or certification
  • Rehab Services has aided over 20 therapists in getting Board Certifications or specialty certifications.
• On-site fellowship training/mentoring offered to Physical Therapists
• Tuition Reimbursement for student loans!!-- Kicks in 6 months after employment.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible – Government Forgiveness Program for Non-Profit.
• Clinical Ladder Incentive Application -- Every July with Performance Reviews
  • Opportunity for $1,000-$2,000 based on Remarkable Performance.
• $450 per shift stipend pay for extra shifts picked up with Inpatient Rehab

1.0 FTE (Full-Time) | Days

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, and functional abilities.
• Develop customized treatment plans that address the patient's unique needs, focusing on improving mobility, strength, coordination, and daily living skills.
• Provide direct therapeutic interventions, including exercises, activities, and use of adaptive equipment to help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and other therapists, to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Educate patients and their families about therapy goals, techniques, and ways to continue progress outside of therapy sessions.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations, safety protocols, and documentation standards.
• Supervise and provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistants and other support staff as needed.
• Meets the following productivity percentage on outpatient and inpatient rehab and Acute: less than or equal to 79.99 (NI), 80-83.99 (meets), greater that 84 (exceeds).
• Participates in Quality Improvement efforts, e.g., Journal Clubs, in-services, Magnet, chart auditing, etc.
• As a salaried professional, you may be expected to work above your FTE.
• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
• Participate in physical therapy care team meetings, case conferences, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in occupational therapy.

• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork as needed.
• Assist with inventory management by restocking supplies and reporting equipment needs.
• Actively participates in designated marketing programs (inpatient or outpatient)
• Contributes to community health initiatives and educational programs.
• Provide mentorship or support to physical therapy interns or new staff as needed.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through attending workshops, conferences, and other educational opportunities.

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

• Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits…