Physical Therapist - Full-Time 1st Shift

North Shore Healthcare; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health services is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. This role involves providing essential therapy services in patients' homes, developing personalized care plans, and closely monitoring patient progress. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Physical Therapy license and demonstrate a commitment to patient care and rehabilitation. With a focus on fostering a supportive work environment, this organization offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, ensuring that employees are well taken care of from day one. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist in Wisconsin or Illinois.
• Ability to develop care plans and evaluate patient progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services in patients' homes.
• Coordinate outpatient services and monitor patient conditions.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on equipment use.

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist

Patient Evaluation

Care Plan Development

Supervision of Assistants

Pain Management Techniques

Education

Physical Therapy License in Wisconsin or Illinois

Job description

#LI-SA1 North Shore at Home

Summary

This job description outlines the essential functions of the Physical Therapist position. It provides clarity for employees, administration, the personnel department, applicants, and other agencies regarding the role's responsibilities, organizational placement, and skill requirements. The description recognizes that jobs evolve over time, and the existence of this description is not meant to restrict normal growth and change.

Qualifications

Licensed Physical Therapist in the states of Wisconsin or Illinois is required.

Health Requirements

Employees must submit a health statement signed by a physician and demonstrate evidence of a current negative tuberculin skin test or x-ray. An annual tuberculin skin test is required unless there is documentation of a previous positive test. The employee must be free from conditions that limit or restrict job performance.

Essential Functions

1. Provide prescribed physical therapy services safely in the patient's home, including completing an initial evaluation and developing a care plan within 48-72 hours of referral.
2. Assist physicians in evaluating patients through diagnostic and prognostic tests.
3. Supervise physical therapy assistants.
4. Treat patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain performance using physical methods like exercise, massage, heat, and water.
5. Coordinate outpatient services that cannot be provided at home.
6. Monitor and report patient reactions and condition changes to the physician and staff.
7. Instruct patients and caregivers on equipment use, including wheelchairs, braces, and prosthetic devices.
8. Educate family members and health team personnel involved in patient care.
9. Develop patient care plans and evaluate progress towards goals.
10. Manage treatment plans, daily summaries, and discharge documentation.
11. Participate in orientation and in-service training programs.
12. Attend case conferences and meetings as needed.
13. Maintain required hours of in-service training annually and attend mandatory sessions.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health insurance for full-time employees starting the first month after 30 days of employment
• Dental and vision insurance for full and part-time staff
• Six paid holidays plus one floating holiday for full-time staff
• Company-paid life insurance for full-time staff
• Voluntary life and disability insurance for full-time staff
• Paid Time Off

Our mission is to foster a culture that supports the values necessary to be a leading health service provider and employer in our communities. We invite you to consider Great Lakes Home Health as your next career step.