Orthopedic PT: Patient‑Focused Rehab Leader

Northwestern Medicine; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Bartlett, IL seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, teach, and participate in departmental committees and process improvements. The role emphasizes teamwork, ethics, and adherence to the organization's standards.

The candidate will maintain patient plans of care, collaborate with PTs/PTAs, and document evaluations and progress in the EMR, contributing to high-quality care and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois.
• BLS from American Heart Association upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and teaching, participation on committees and departmental process improvement.
• Serves as a role model for therapists and clinical interns in clinical, education and leadership activities.
• Maintains patient plan of care with timely collaboration with treating PT/PTA(s).
• Documents evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries in the EMR.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois

BLS from American Heart Association upon hire

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Bartlett, IL seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, teach, and participate in departmental committees and process improvements. The role emphasizes teamwork, ethics, and adherence to the organization's standards.

The candidate will maintain patient plans of care, collaborate with PTs/PTAs, and document evaluations and progress in the EMR, contributing to high-quality care and continuous improvement.