Advanced Physical Therapist: Rehab Innovator & Patient Care

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago seeks a Physical Therapist to conduct advanced evaluations and design individualized rehabilitation programs. The role delivers interventions aligned with current clinical research and best practices, establishing patient-centered goals and using outcome measures to track progress.

The incumbent will document progress, participate in discharge planning, and collaborate with physicians on DME delivery and fitting, while supervising PT students and contributing

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Illinois; Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification required; clinical knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Strong communication and ability to work with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Conducts advanced evaluations of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems to inform individualized treatment plans.
• Delivers therapeutic interventions based on the latest clinical research and best practice standards.
• Designs and continuously adapts rehabilitation programs based on patient progress, emerging evidence, and functional outcome measures.
• Establishes patient centered and functional therapy goals utilizing evidence-based outcome measurement tools.
• Discusses evaluation results, goals, and treatment plans with patient, providing education and support as needed.
• Leads discharge planning including developing an in-home program when appropriate.
• Documents patient evaluation and progress, maintaining compliant records for physician communication and regulatory agencies.
• Prescribes and recommends devices to assist patients, collaborating with physicians to complete DME delivery and fitting.
• Supports development of future professionals by supervising physical therapy students.
• Supports innovation in rehabilitation by collaborating on research projects and integrating evidence into practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

CPR/BLS certification

Ability to lift

Education

Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed to practice in Illinois

Job description

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago seeks a Physical Therapist to conduct advanced evaluations and design individualized rehabilitation programs. The role delivers interventions aligned with current clinical research and best practices, establishing patient-centered goals and using outcome measures to track progress.

The incumbent will document progress, participate in discharge planning, and collaborate with physicians on DME delivery and fitting, while supervising PT students and contributing