Acute Care Registry Physical Therapist - Flexible Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Chicago is seeking a Registry Physical Therapist for Acute Care Physical Therapy casual days. You will perform evaluations, develop collaborative treatment plans, and provide direct patient care in a fast-paced setting.

This role requires an Illinois Physical Therapy license, BLS certification, and an eligible degree (BS prior to 2002 or MS/DPT after 2002). You will contribute to discharge planning and interprofessional care.

Qualifications

• Physical Therapy License, Illinois.
• Department of Professional Regulations.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy if graduate prior to 2002; Master's degree in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy on or after 2002.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy evaluations and develops collaborative treatment plans with patients.
• Restores function and prevents further disability through ongoing assessment leading to appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Provides direct patient care for an established 65% of hours worked.
• Performs appropriate physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations on a regular basis.
• 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.
• Demonstrates competency through the annual completion of the written and/or demonstration-style competency examinations.
• Promotes philosophy and objectives of NMH.
• Promotes and maintains professional working relationship with peers.
• Maintains/promotes open communication with internal contacts, such as nursing and social work.
• 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.
• Works a minimum of two days per month.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assessing, treating, caring for adults (18-64 years), and geriatrics (65+) from a developmental perspective.

Skills

Physical therapy license

BLS - American Heart Association

Education

BS in Physical Therapy (pre-2002)

MS/DPT in Physical Therapy (post-2002)

Job description

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Chicago is seeking a Registry Physical Therapist for Acute Care Physical Therapy casual days. You will perform evaluations, develop collaborative treatment plans, and provide direct patient care in a fast-paced setting.

This role requires an Illinois Physical Therapy license, BLS certification, and an eligible degree (BS prior to 2002 or MS/DPT after 2002). You will contribute to discharge planning and interprofessional care.