Physical Therapist (Edwardsville)

BJC HealthCare; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their outpatient facility in Edwardsville, IL. This full-time role offers the chance to work with a collaborative team focused on pediatric care. You will be responsible for providing skilled therapy services, developing treatment plans, and ensuring comprehensive patient education. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in children's health. Enjoy a range of benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, tuition assistance, and a pension plan, from day one.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

CEU Budget for each Therapist

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Skilled in providing physical therapy services to pediatric patients.
• Ability to establish treatment plans and collaborate with healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Establish treatment plans based on patient needs and discharge expectations.
• Educate and collaborate with patients and families regarding therapy.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Collaborative Care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

St. Louis Children's Hospital has a full-time Physical Therapist position to work at their outpatient facility in Edwardsville, IL. Work with a collaborative and supportive team with our pediatric population.

• 4 10-hour shifts
• Sign-On Bonus
• CEU Budget for each Therapist

Kids Deserve Extraordinary Care!

Overview

St. Louis Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and lives of children. As one of the top-ranked children’s hospitals in the country, St. Louis Children’s provides care in more than 50 specialty areas through a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers. The hospital offers inpatient and outpatient medical care, education, wellness, and injury-prevention programs to fulfill its mission to “do what’s right for kids.”

Providing comprehensive, high-quality care and serving as an advocate for children has been St. Louis Children’s commitment since 1879. Today, the hospital serves patients and families across a 300-mile service area, with patients from all 50 states and over 80 countries.

St. Louis Children’s consistently ranks among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report in all surveyed categories. In 2021, it was one of eight children’s hospitals to rank in the top 25 of all 10 specialties. The hospital’s academic and physician partner, Washington University School of Medicine, is one of the top-ranked medical schools in the U.S. Since 2005, St. Louis Children’s has been designated as a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides skilled physical therapy services to patients, including evaluation and treatment.

Responsibilities

1. Establishes treatment plans and provides treatment, considering discharge needs, expected discharge functional status, and appropriate equipment and supplies.
2. Educates, collaborates with, and consults with patients, families, and healthcare providers; makes referrals to specialists as needed.
3. Delegates to assistants, techs, and students via written and verbal communication, assessing their skill levels and competencies.
4. Completes documentation following departmental policies.
5. Provides assessment, reassessment, and consultations for Physical Therapy Services.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (PT)

Experience

• No Experience required

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience required

Licenses & Certifications

• Physical Therapist License

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy (PT)

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC, we’re committed to providing benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available from the first day after hire
• Disability insurance paid by BJC
• Pension Plan/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available from day one
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off including vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
• Adoption assistance

For more information, visit www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs.

The above description provides a general overview of the work performed by employees in this position. It is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer.