NI-PHYSICAL THERAPIST (INPATIENT) (LEVEL 1) - REGISTRY

UW Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

At UW Health in northern Illinois, the physical therapist position involves planning and administering therapy services according to physician orders while ensuring quality care and patient family involvement. The role requires a graduate of an accredited program and offers competitive pay alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision

Opportunity for on-site day care

Annual wellness reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Illinois license or in process of acquiring it.
• CPR certification required.
• Ongoing educational program participation and completion of mandatory CEUs.

Responsibilities

• Plans, evaluates, and administers physical therapy services.
• Coordinates family involvement in patient assessment and treatment.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Ability to accept responsibility

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Pay Range: $50.00/ hour

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening, night, and weekendshift differential
• Overtime
• On-call pay

Per Diem Staff will not be eligible to participate in any associate benefit plans sponsored by the Health System.

Paid Time Off:UW Health complies with The Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers (PLAW) Act, which requires Illinois employers to provide employees with one hour of VAC PLAW time for every 40 hours worked.

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

POSITION SUMMARY: Plans, evaluate and administers physical therapy services and care to patients per physician’s orders. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives. Coordinates family involvement in assessment and treatment of the patient.

EDUCATION/TRAINING: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (or foreign equivalent as determined by the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation). Participates in educational programs on an ongoing basis and complete mandatory CEUs as required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Current license from the State of Illinois or in the process of acquiring licensure. An applicant for employment as a physical, occupational, or speech therapists must present acceptable evidence of licensure or authorization to test at the time of employment. An applicant who fails to provide this documentation will not be hired. A new employee will not be allowed to work as a therapist or assistant until evidence of licensure eligibility is provided. CPR certification required.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a caring, considerate and concerned manner. Willingness to accept responsibility. Ability to direct ancillary staff and organize work assignments. Leadership skills essential to the position. Must be skilled in a broad range of modalities with a clear understanding of indications and contraindicating of each. Familiar with the indications and use of equipment. Guides, teaches, and supervises students.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.