Physical Therapist

Sarah Bush Lincoln; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sarah Bush Lincoln seeks a Physical Therapist to plan and execute rehabilitation programs, employing therapeutic exercise and manual techniques to restore function. The role requires DPT and Illinois licensure, with a sign-on bonus and full-time hours in a hospital or medical facility setting.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing plans of care, coordinating with staff, documenting progress, and ensuring high-quality patient care while maintaining compliant records.

Qualifications

• DPT required.
• BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology and biomechanics to rehabilitation plans.
• Assist staff to maintain a safe and organized rehab environment.
• Develop Plan of Care with patient goals and home exercise instructions.
• Document patient progress according to policies.
• Evaluate mobility and strength and adjust plans.
• Communicate with therapy staff and referral sources.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Rehabilitation planning

Clinical assessment

Team supervision

Education

DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

Licensed Physical Therapist in IL

Job description

Physical Therapist

Job Description

Physical Therapists plan and execute rehabilitation programs to help patients return to a higher level of physical function. Physical Therapists utilize a variety of skills including, but not limited to therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, physical modalities, gait training and manual techniques. Our therapists demonstrate effective communication and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patients and provide compassionate care.

Department: Physical Therapy

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours a week required

Required; DPT, IL Licensed Physical Therapist, BLS within 90 days of hire

Pay: Based on experience, starting at 85,488.00

Sign on bonus: $15,000

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, neuroscience and pharmacology.
• Assists other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.
• Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Care with appropriate home exercise program, discharge instructions.
• Develops Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including short and long term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement.
• Documents patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
• Evaluates mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.
• Implements Plan of Care on a consistent schedule and adjusts this schedule and plan according to patient progress.
• Maintains open lines of effective communication between therapy staff, department staff and referral sources involved in the care of the patient.
• Maintains patient records, ensuring that Certifications and Authorizations are in compliance with third party payer requirements.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc.
• Performs initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.
• Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants as indicated in a professional and consistent manner.

Requirements

DPT: Physical Therapy (Required)BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Physical Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Compensation

Estimated Compensation Range

$85,488.00 - $132,516.80

Pay based on experience