Outpatient PT: Elevate Patient Care & Teamwork

Northwesternmedicine; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Physical Therapist to uphold patient-centered care in Illinois. The role emphasizes collaboration with PT/ PTA teams to manage the plan of care from evaluation through discharge, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy, be licensed in Illinois, and obtain BLS within 90 days of hire. Masters or Doctoral degrees and lymphedema certification are encouraged for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois is required.
• BLS from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire is required.
• Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy is preferred.
• Lymphedema Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Owns the patient plan of care from initial contact to discharge, coordinating with PT/ PTA teams.
• Maintains documentation in EMR for evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and safety.
• Provides patient education and resources and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient communication

EMR documentation

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois

BLS from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire

Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Lymphedema Certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Physical Therapist to uphold patient-centered care in Illinois. The role emphasizes collaboration with PT/ PTA teams to manage the plan of care from evaluation through discharge, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy, be licensed in Illinois, and obtain BLS within 90 days of hire. Masters or Doctoral degrees and lymphedema certification are encouraged for professional growth.