Physical Therapist

Addus HomeCare; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan with match

Generous time off

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

Job summary

JourneyCare Home Health in Dolton, IL is seeking a skilled Home Health Physical Therapist to provide individualized therapy to patients in their homes, developing and implementing treatment plans to improve mobility and quality of life.

The role requires state licensure, a PT degree from an approved school, and at least two years of acute care experience. Salary ranges from $95,000 to $120,000 per year with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or equivalent.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice.
• At least two years' experience in an acute hospital or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care.
• Advise, consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures to clients, family and staff.
• Assist the provider in evaluating level of function.
• Participate in the development of the plan of care.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Translate exercises into functional activities or daily living.
• Develop plans for modifying equipment and home surroundings.
• Regularly report progress and factors affecting care to the provider.
• Explain treatment implications to client and family.
• Provide information, support and encouragement to motivate progress.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries.
• Supervise PT assistants per policy and state regulations.
• Maintain accurate clinical records of goals and progress.

Education

Graduate from PT school

PT licensure

2+ years acute care experience

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JourneyCare Home Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist to join our team, covering Dolton, IL and surrounding areas. In this role, you will provide individualized physical therapy services to patients in their homes, helping them recover from injuries, surgeries, or manage chronic conditions. Your expertise will be pivotal in developing and implementing effective treatment plans, enhancing patient mobility, and improving overall quality of life.

Offering NEW Annual Salary:: $95,000 - $120,000.

Location: Dolton, IL and surrounding areas

Offer based on years of experience.

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on the first of the month.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You'll Do:

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Advise, consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members and other agency staff
• Assist the provider in evaluating level of function
• Participate in the development of the plan of care
• Prepare clinical and progress notes
• Translate all exercise into functional activities or activities of daily living
• Develop needed plans for modifying equipment, appliances and the physical surrounding in clients home
• Confer regularly with attending provider regarding clients' progress and report the physical and emotional conditions and reactions to treatment and interpret social and physical factors in the environment that affect care
• Interpret to the client and family the implication of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the provider
• Provide families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate them in their progress
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
• Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients'

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the Physical Therapy Association
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
• At least two (2) years' experience in an acute hospital or equivalent experience (preferred)