Physical Therapist - Outpatient Neuro

Overview

Springfield Memorial is seeking a dynamic physical therapist to join our outpatient team. Sign-on bonuses up to $10,000.00. Are you looking for a progressive practice environment where you can set your own schedule while working alongside a highly engaged inspiring team?

The Physical Therapist II is responsible and accountable for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The Therapist II will share their knowledge base through: serving as a clinical instructor for students, mentoring new staff, and participating in community education activities. The Therapist II will participate in performance improvement and program development activities.

Schedule:

Full Time, Days

Contact information: ; schedule a call at https://Memorial

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• Perform patient assessments with patients in a specific service area.
• Assign a physical therapy treatment diagnosis.
• Establish a plan of care with objective, measurable goals.
• Provide interventions supported by evidenced based practice in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Assess the effectiveness of treatment and modify treatment to achieve goals.
• Plan for discharge.
• Communicate with patient, family, caregivers and team members to promote maximum benefit of care.
• Provide patient care documentation that meets quality standards and supports ethical billing practice.
• Demonstrate ability to organize workload and manage time effectively.
• Maintain positive working relationship with patients and referral base.
• Demonstrate teamwork by offering help to others and assisting as needed.
• Demonstrate ability to handle difficult or stressful situations appropriately.
• Share knowledge as a clinical instructor and mentor new staff; participate in educational offerings.
• Perform other related work as required or requested.

• P.T. license in the State of Illinois required.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• If applicable, must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license and be deemed an acceptable driver per the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (5-year MVR required).

• 2 years of experience required.

• Achieves & maintains 11-20 points on the Clinical Ladder Grid.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with patients, families, peers and team members for assessment, intervention, and professional development.
• Must be physically able to lift or move patients 50–100 lbs.
• Universal Precautions Category I.