Physical Therapist-Full-time

10 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center; United States; On-site; USD 81,369 - 126,131; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

On-site classroom learning programs

Job summary

10 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to plan and execute rehabilitation programs, helping patients achieve higher physical function levels. Responsibilities include developing patient plans, documenting progress, and evaluating mobility.

The ideal candidate holds a DPT in Physical Therapy and is licensed in Illinois. A solid benefits package is offered, including tuition reimbursement and support for career growth.

Qualifications

• Required BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques.
• Licensed in Illinois by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement patient rehabilitation programs.
• Document patient progress according to medical standards.
• Evaluate patient mobility and set improvement goals.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy

Therapeutic exercise

Effective communication

Manual techniques

Education

DPT: Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist-Full-time 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.

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 $81,369.60 - $126,131.20 Pay based on experience.

Benefits

We have a solid benefit package to help retain our employees, while providing them opportunities to grow their careers. We support on‑site classroom learning programs and internet courses, and we have a generous tuition reimbursement program – all designed to help staff achieve their goals.