Outpatient Physical Therapist-IHR Casual As Needed

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 71,635 - 79,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and mentorship opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Elgin is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care and adhere to the Code of Ethics. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and be licensed in Illinois. Responsibilities include patient management, collaboration with healthcare teams, and participation in departmental processes. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and a range of benefits to support well-being and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and demonstrates four NM values: teamwork, patients first, integrity, excellence.
• Communicates effectively and maintains responsibility over patient plan of care.
• Contributes to continuous improvement opportunities and processes.

Skills

Licensed physical therapist compliant with the Code of Ethics/Standards of Practice in Illinois

Direct patient care

Teaching

Leadership activities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

The salary range for this position is $52.00 - $58.00 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on relevant work experience, internal equity, and collective bargaining agreement rules.

We offer a wide range of benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. For details, visit our Benefits section.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of clinicians committed to delivering world‑class care. Here you will work with leading clinical talent at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Northwestern Medicine recognizes the value of diverse perspectives and supports career growth through training, mentorship, and flexible work options. We also offer volunteer opportunities and resources for inclusive change.

Description

Physical Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Licensed physical therapist compliant with the Code of Ethics/Standards of Practice in Illinois.
• Provides direct patient care, teaching, committee participation, and departmental process improvement.
• Serves as a role model for all therapists and clinical interns in professional, clinical, communication, education and leadership activities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the four NM values: teamwork, patients first, integrity, excellence.
• Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients; addresses questions and concerns promptly and directs patients to appropriate resources.
• Uses service recovery skills to resolve problems or breakdowns.
• Maintains primary responsibility over patient plan of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating PT/PTA staff.
• Demonstrates teamwork by helping co‑workers within and across departments.
• Communicates effectively, respects diverse opinions, and acknowledges contributions of others.
• Uses unit resources efficiently.
• Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks on time.
• Contributes to continuous improvement opportunities and processes.
• Participates in efforts to reduce costs and streamline work processes.
• Demonstrates creative problem‑solving and diversity when adapting treatment to special circumstances.
• Exhibits essential skill competencies in selecting appropriate evaluation and treatment modalities, equipment, and protocols; performs re‑evaluations per guidelines.
• Assumes complete responsibility over patient management from initial contact to discharge for functional progress, safety, and outcomes.
• Adheres to department policy regarding evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries; documents all in EMR.
• Completes daily notes reflecting patient response, performance, assessment, and discharge needs, meeting documentation requirements.
• Provides educational materials appropriate to patients’ level of understanding and motivation.
• Participates in committees, departmental processes, and special projects per clinical expertise and performance plan.
• Builds professional relationships with healthcare team members; participates in internal and external marketing as expected.
• Creates a culture of respectful communication; listens, seeks input, engages in open conversation, approachability, and acknowledges contributions.
• Accepts constructive feedback and incorporates timely changes.
• Completes non‑patient responsibilities within established timelines.
• Contributes to educational efforts (in‑services, journal clubs, orientation, PI) per expectations.
• Acts as clinical instructor, mentor, or observation host in student programs.
• Maintains productivity standards.
• Demonstrates willingness to flex schedule or assignments to meet patient, staff, and departmental needs outside normal hours.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.

Preferred

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If offered a position, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that permits a background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis and all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act, are followed.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. Please visit our Benefits section for more details.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.