Acute Rehab Physical Therapist – Per Diem

120 Advocate North Side Health Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago seeks a part-time Physical Therapist for its Acute Care Rehabilitation department. The role requires weekend coverage (two days per month) and availability around holidays, with duties including patient evaluations, plan of care, and documentation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with physicians and care teams, adherence to safety standards, and contributing to discharge planning and patient education.

Qualifications

• Education Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state standards.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of practice with BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary or integumentary evaluations.
• Establishes a plan of care and implements treatment based on evaluation results and goals.
• Monitors outcomes and adjusts treatment plans; documents progress and communicates with physicians.
• Plans discharge including home programs and family teaching; coordinates referrals as needed.
• Maintains required documentation and adheres to billing and safety policies.

Skills

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago seeks a part-time Physical Therapist for its Acute Care Rehabilitation department. The role requires weekend coverage (two days per month) and availability around holidays, with duties including patient evaluations, plan of care, and documentation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with physicians and care teams, adherence to safety standards, and contributing to discharge planning and patient education.