Physical Therapist

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care; Byron Township (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock purchase plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join our inpatient team and help patients recover. You will provide direct inpatient care, lead assessments, and create personalized care plans while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support each patient’s physical, cognitive, and emotional rehabilitation journey.

Competitive benefits, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture reinforce

Qualifications

• Current licensure as required for a Physical Therapist.
• CPR certification.
• Master’s Degree preferred, or Bachelor’s Degree with sufficient experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct inpatient care to patients needing physical therapy.
• Supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, and creating personalized care plans.
• Addressing patient concerns and building meaningful patient relationships to support recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the rehabilitation journey.

Skills

Direct patient care

Inpatient supervision

Patient assessments

Personalized care plans

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's Degree + experience

Job description

Physical Therapist Career Opportunity

Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Care FirstAre you seeking a fulfilling career that feels like home and lets you make a meaningful impact? At Encompass Health, you‘ll find an opportunity to provide exceptional care and support to our patients, witnessing their remarkable progress firsthand. As a Physical Therapist, your specialized skills will help deliver high-quality, compassionate care, allowing you the time to deeply understand and guide patients on their rehabilitation journey. Our well-equipped physical therapy gyms, backed by the latest technology, foster a supportive, driven, and welcoming environment. From day one, you‘ll experience a rewarding career and comprehensive benefits that prioritize your peace of mind and professional growth. Welcome to a place where your passion for care fuels remarkable progress and fulfillment.

A Glimpse into Our WorldWhether you‘re at the early stages of your career, seeking to build a strong foundation, or an experienced Physical Therapist in search of a better environment to call home, you‘ll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team.

Being at Encompass Health means being with a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take immense pride in our career growth opportunities and how our team collaborates for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements, including being named one of the ‘World‘s Most Admired Companies‘ and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us truly remarkable.

Our Commitment to You

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional advancement.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans for a secure financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
• A community of individuals passionate about what they do.

Be the Physical Therapist You’ve Always Aspired to Be

• Providing direct inpatient care to patients in need of physical therapy.
• Supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and addressing patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by taking the time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs to support their recovery.
• Celebrating every victory along the way.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification.
• Master‘s Degree preferred, or Bachelor‘s Degree plus sufficient experience in the field.