Physical Therapist- Clinical Resident

3M HEALTHCARE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,460 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Health and welfare benefits

Paid Time Off

Professional development

Structured residency program

Mentorship and supervision

Job summary

3M HEALTHCARE in Chicago is offering a 12-month residency focused on cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation. This full-time program runs 40 hours per week and includes benefits eligibility and a clear pathway toward licensure.

The residency emphasizes patient evaluation, data gathering, and documentation, with hands-on training in ultrasound and cardiology software. It includes supervision, mentoring, and a home-program education component.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy required and licensed in the state of practice.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required within 90 days.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and establishes a care plan with appropriate modalities and education.
• Gathers data from medical records, physician reports, and patients for documentation.
• Documents evaluations, tests, progress notes and discharge plans.
• Communicates progress to physicians and coordinates schedules and treatment programs.
• Educates patients and families and guides home programs with equipment use.

Skills

Ultrasound operation

Cardiology knowledge

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist

BLS Certification

Tools

Cardiology software

Job description

This is a 12 month residency focused on cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation.

Department & Details

• Department: Full time
• Status: Full time
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hours per week: 40
• Schedule Details/Additional Information: 12 month residency
• Pay Range: $33.05 - $49.60
• Residency Focus: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary

Major Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, selects and administers assessment techniques, synthesizes information to establish appropriate patient care plan to include necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, therapeutic groups and patient education as warranted by a holistic view of the patient's diagnosis, condition, age, and discharge needs
• Gathers and interprets appropriate data from the medical record, physician reports, patient, and/or family as evidenced by documentation.
• Documents evaluations, tests, progress notes, daily treatment notes, attendance records, patient/family education, outcomes, discharge notes, and charges as needed.
• Communicates patient's evaluation and subsequent progress to physician, referral sources, and other clinical staff, coordinates patient's schedule and treatment programs, and discharge planning.
• Provides and documents patient and family education in regard to deficits, progress toward goals, and therapeutic techniques, with individualized instruction for a home program including equipment use.
• Directs and supervises activities of Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy Technician, students, and volunteers and assists with orienting new and rotating staff.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation
• Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state professional standards

Certification / Registration / License

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State upon which you work
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless department leader has determined is not required) by American Heart Association (AHA)

Work Experience

• No experience required

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to operate expertly the ultrasound equipment with specialized Cardiology software and a desktop computer is required.
• Advanced knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, physiology and pathology as related to cardiac circulation required

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Sitting, standing, and walking are required throughout the day. Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling and reaching overhead. Lifting of patients, equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Able to laterally transfer patients 100 pounds rarely. Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns, and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids. Work is in a fast-paced clinical environment. The work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors.

Disclaimer

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Benefits

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program