Outpatient PT - Orthopedics & Rehab Expert

Northwestern Medicine; Naperville Township (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, participate in teaching and clinical instruction, and engage in departmental process improvement. The role includes collaboration with PT/PTA staff, documentation in EMR, and participation in committees to enhance patient outcomes and service quality.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to ethics, and a commitment to continuous professional development and improvements in patient care delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois is required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required upon hire.
• Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates NM values in daily work and interactions.
• Provides direct patient care and participates in teaching.
• Acts as a role model for therapists and clinical interns.
• Maintains patient plan of care through collaboration with PT/PTA staff.
• Completes daily notes and documentation in EMR per policy.
• Participates in committees and department improvement projects.
• Develops productive relationships with healthcare team members.
• Contributes to ongoing education efforts within the department.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois

BLS from American Heart Association upon hire

Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, participate in teaching and clinical instruction, and engage in departmental process improvement. The role includes collaboration with PT/PTA staff, documentation in EMR, and participation in committees to enhance patient outcomes and service quality.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to ethics, and a commitment to continuous professional development and improvements in patient care delivery.