Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Trinity Health; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

DailyPay

Shift Differentials

Tuition Reimbursement

On-site Fitness Center

Childcare Discount

Referral Rewards

Team Culture

Career Growth

Job summary

Loyola Medicine Transport, part of Trinity Health, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our compassionate team in the Chicago area. The role focuses on evaluating patients, developing and implementing PT plans, and coordinating discharge planning for inpatients and outpatients with diverse diagnoses.

We offer day shifts, competitive benefits from day one, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities within a strong team culture. IL licensure and CPR/BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold IL state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, plans and implements an effective Physical Therapy program based on assessment and clinical judgement; provides education, consultation, and discharge planning; supervises PTAs and Rehab Technicians.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Discharge planning

Supervise PTAs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift - Hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday through Friday; Covers Sat/Sun every 5 - 6 weeks; covers 2 holidays/weekend per year

Description:

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.

If you are a PHYSICAL THERAPIST who’s interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!

What you’ll do:

• Evaluates patients, plans and implements an effective Physical Therapy program based upon physical assessment, clinical judgement, and psychological sensitivity for inpatients and outpatients with diverse diagnoses; provides patient education, consultation, and discharge planning; supervises and delegates patient care to Physical Therapist Assistants, and Rehab Technicians.

We offer our Physical Therapists:

• Benefits from Day One
• DailyPay! Work today, Get paid today
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & Loyola University Medical Center)
• Childcare Employee Discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center
• Referral Rewards
• Strong Team Culture
• Career Growth Opportunities

What you’ll need for this job:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy; Master's preferred
• Current IL state licensure as a Physical Therapist
• CPR/BLS - American Heart Association

Compensation

Pa y Range: $34.48 - $59.92 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Trinity Health Benefits Summary

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.