Physical Therapist - Days

Mercyhealth; Strasburg (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, plan and implement treatment programs to improve movement and function. The role requires working full-time, with day shifts and a focus on collaborative care across disciplines.

The candidate will document care, support cost-saving initiatives, and participate in training and mentoring activities within a large integrated health system serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current licensure as a physical therapist in WI or IL (as required).
• CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develops and adjusts treatment plans based on subjective and objective data.
• Applies exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains thorough documentation with accurate coding and billing.
• Collaborates with other disciplines and referring providers to improve outcomes.
• Performs timely electronic documentation and record-keeping.
• Contributes to PI and CQI processes and supports department initiatives.
• Mentors new partners and participates in orientation and training.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Licensed physical therapist in WI or IL

CPR/BLS within 90 days of hire

Job description

OVERVIEW

This role involves evaluating patients and creating treatment plans to improve movement, strength, and function using exercises, physical therapy techniques, and other treatments.

SCHEDULE

40-hours per week

SHIFT

Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation
• Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
• Participates actively in the PI and CQI process
• Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners
• Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department
• Takes an active role in the performance improvement process
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician group
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as a physical therapist in WI, IL or both if required

CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

PAY RANGE

$80,716.59 - $121,074.89

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women