Physical Therapist; PT - BroMenn

Overview

Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Bonus available. Evaluate and treat patients of all ages, modifying plan of care as appropriate. Serve as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days (American Heart Association).
• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) within 90 days (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation).
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (required).
• Appropriate work experience (details provided upon application).

• Perform patient transfers with assistance as needed. Demonstrate safe body mechanics to reduce risk of injury.
• Treat patients and staff with dignity and respect; remain empathetic and fully engaged.
• Develop and adjust individualized plans of care integrating goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, students, and health care providers using effective teaching methods.
• Evaluate clinical findings to determine diagnoses and outcomes. Perform examinations using reliable, valid methods based on chief complaints.
• Document care in accordance with Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP
  67). Produce documentation and charge in therapy EMR.
• Screen patients to determine effectiveness and need for further therapy services.
• Use support personnel per legal and ethical guidelines; monitor their care and provide feedback.
• Evaluate impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditions. Establish plan of care based on functional deficits and patient goals.
• Complete objective testing for range of motion, strength, and functional tasks. Apply taping and modalities as appropriate.
• Communicate with referring providers on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

Hourly rate range: $36.74 - $63.19. Compensation depends on experience, qualifications, location, and other factors. Comprehensive benefits package available (visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits for details).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.