Lead Physical Therapist

OrthoArizona; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust paid time off package

Medical with multiple different plan options

Health Savings account with company contributions

Job summary

A leading orthopedic practice in Chicago is seeking a Lead Physical Therapist to manage therapy operations and ensure a positive patient experience. This role includes supervising staff, managing therapy outcomes, and maintaining compliance with health standards. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program, passed the National Examination, and hold CPR certification. Benefits include a robust paid time off package and multiple medical plan options.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of practice management software is a plus.
• Ability to expand knowledge of electronic medical record software.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Create/maintain operations for a positive patient experience.
• Manage therapy staff and technicians.
• Document daily treatment notes in a timely manner.
• Ensure therapy equipment is in proper working order.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and Aides.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Working knowledge of computer programs

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Passed National Physical Therapy Examination

Maintain CPR certification

Job description

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and sports medicine needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.

Today we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best‑in‑class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our team members.

Pay

$95,000-$150,000 based on experience

As a Lead Physical Therapist with OrthoArizona, you will get to:

• Responsible for creating/maintaining operations for a positive patient experience.
• Manage therapy staff and technicians.
• Manage therapist outcomes, patient satisfaction and compliance.
• Manage and identify staffing needs.
• Hire technicians/sports performance staff and manage performance.
• Supervise co-signer for new therapists while waiting on credentialing.
• Time‑card approval/Managing PTO approval for therapist and technicians.
• Assign a new hire buddy.
• Manage and mentor therapist's performance. Manage therapy students and assign mentoring therapist.
• Request contract coverage for therapist PTO.
• Hold department meetings, monthly/quarterly depending on clinic size.
• Manage facility and equipment maintenance.
• Oversee ordering of clinical supplies.
• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the department.
• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients. Review pertinent patient records. Record all findings.
• Meet OSHA standards reporting to Director of Compliance (Manage and implement COVID precautions).
• Manage revenue cycle and billing with manager of Revenue Cycle and Billing.
• Interpret and integrate data to determine and implement appropriate modalities, therapeutic procedures and splinting needed.
• Develop and implement exercise and home programs as indicated.
• Instruct patients and family regarding rehabilitation. Provide patient education. Assess and necessary communication regarding activities and injury prevention.
• Document daily treatment notes in a timely manner.
• Record treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provide monitoring between physician or PA visits.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Ensure therapy equipment is in proper working order.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapy Techs, Trainers and Aides.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of computer programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understand/Perform training on practice management software.
• Continue to expand knowledge of electronic medical record software as updates occur.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Passed National Physical Therapy Examination.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Full Time Benefits

• Robust paid time off package including, sick time, holidays, & paid time off!
• Medical with multiple different plan options.
• Health Savings account + company contributions.