Physical Therapist

OSF HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 53,905 - 63,410; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid continuing education units

Tuition reimbursement

401k with matching

Public Student Loan Forgiveness program

24 hours of vacation and holiday time upon hire

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Alton is seeking a Physical Therapist to assist patients in restoring physical function. Applicants must have a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits. The role includes evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and working collaboratively in a team environment. Compensation ranges from $39.13 to $46.03 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy if licensed after 2016.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in the restoration of physical function through evaluation and treatment.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Detail oriented

Proficiency with Microsoft software

Education

Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $39.13 - $46.03/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

Overview

• $4,000 - 1 year work commitment
• $8,000 - 2 year work commitment
• $16,000 - 3 year work commitment
• (Internal Mission Partners not eligible)

The Rehab Team at OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center is a dynamic team that fosters a culture of collaboration. The ideal candidate is preferably trained in pelvic floor rehab, or someone who would like to be educated and trained in pelvic floor rehab. The cost for pelvic floor education would be provided by OSF.

OSF Rehabilitation offers an environment for clinicians that is supportive in professional development and offers paid continuing education units, tuition reimbursement for further education, and 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary! In addition, OSF Healthcare qualifies for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program.

OSF will invest in you on day 1! External candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist assists patients in the restoration of physical function through evaluation and treatment.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

*Those licensed after 2016 must have a Doctoral degree. Those who were licensed prior to 2016 are exempt from this requirement as grandfathered under prior IDFPR or MBPT requirement for licensure (which allowed bachelor’s/master’s degree; the normal industry requirement prior to 2016).

Licenses/Certifications:

• Respective state license in Physical Therapy or has graduated successfully from a professional program, is in receipt of Authorization to Test Letter, is scheduled to test within 60 days of eligibility, and has not failed the licensure exam. After passing licensure exam, state license must be verifiable within one year of hire.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Valid state driver’s license, as verified through the respective state Department of Motor vehicles driving record abstract.

Other skills/knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience as a Physical Therapist
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the population served.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills work well with others and to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other treatment team members when gathering and exchanging patient condition information.
• Analytical ability to evaluate patients’ physical and functional status, establish therapy goals, formulate treatment plans consistent with goals, observe patients and document status, and assist techs and assistants in resolving problems.
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner.

OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.