Physical Therapist Inpatient and Outpatient Marianjoy

Physical Therapist Inpatient and Outpatient Full Time Days Marianjoy

• Full-time
• Salary Range Minimum : $40.79
• Salary Range Maximum: $55.07
• Compensation: USD 40.79 - USD 55.07 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.

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1.0

FTE

Exempt

Seeking a highly motivated and skilled 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team. This position requires flexibility and adaptability, as the therapist will float between inpatient and outpatient settings, delivering high-quality care to a diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will be highly flexible and have a strong commitment to patient-centered care. Core hours:
Monday-Friday from 8:30-5. Will also be expected to work three weekend days per quarter and two holidays annually. Pediatric experience is also preferred

Physical Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Selects and administers appropriate physical therapy evaluations
• Inpatient rehabilitation
• Develops and implements collaborative treatment plans.
• Provides patient, family and caregiver education.
• Participates with other team members in patient discharge planning through verbal and written communications
• Provides clear, concise patient care documentation as per departmental standards.
• Supervises appropriate paraprofessionals and support personnel via monitoring the treatment plans’ administration and provides follow-up clinical direction and guidance.
• Administers physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans for patients by providing assessments and selecting appropriate techniques and therapies in order to restore function and prevent disability.
• Designs and implements appropriate treatment plans
• Participates in patient discharge and home care planning to facilitate the continuity of patient care
• Completes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with established policies and standards
• Assists in monitoring of quality management indicators
• Demonstrate competency through the annual completion of written and demonstration style competency examinations
• Promotes philosophy and objectives of NMH and Rehabilitation Services
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and team meetings
• Serves on assigned departmental committees
• Attends/contributes to monthly departmental and discipline-specific service meetings
• Adheres to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures
  
  Adheres to the Code of Ethics,
• Customer Service Standards and the Patients First mission as demonstrated through positive patient/guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, formulating and meeting developmental goals
• Additional Functions
• Supervises students within departmental clinical education guidelines

AA/EOE.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois
• BLS from American Heart Association upon hire

Preferred

• Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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