PHYSICAL THERAPIST I IP

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health in Springfield, IL seeks a dynamic Physical Therapist for our inpatient team. You will evaluate and treat patients across ages, coordinating care with physicians and the broader team while advancing skills through our clinical ladder program.

The role requires a PT license in Illinois (or license-pending with ATT), current CPR, and a willingness to work full-time days. A $30,000 sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Must be licensed or license pending in Illinois.
• Current CPR card is required.
• Illinois eligible or licensed Physical Therapist; CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with a wide variety of impairments.
• Collaborate with physicians and other team members to coordinate care.
• Provide and coordinate comprehensive care using evaluated plans and treatments.
• Maintain timely medical and education records and communicate with patients and families.
• Support a clinical ladder program to advance skills and knowledge.

Skills

CPR

Driver's license

Communication

Illinois licensure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care

We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type: On-site

Job Description Summary

***Sign-on Bonuses up to $30,000.00*** SMH - IP

Are you looking for a progressive practice environment where you can set your own schedule while working alongside a highly engaged inspiring team? Springfield Memorial is seeking a dynamic physical therapist to join our inpatient team. In this role you will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients with a wide variety of impairments, working collaboratively with our physician partners, and advancing your skill set with our clinical ladder program.

As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive care to patients of all ages through the proper utilization of evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or entry level equivalent is required.

Must be Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state.

Current CPR card.

Schedule: Full-Time Days $30,000 Sign-On Bonus

Education

Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.

Licensure/Certification/Registry

P.T. license in the State of Illinois, or license pending with a valid Authorization to Test letter (ATT) from the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT), is required. The maximum allowable time to practice in a license pending status/under a licensed Physical Therapist is 6 months per licensing regulations. Basic knowledge in physical therapy practices in accordance with the P.T. Practice Act.

Illinois eligible or licensed Physical Therapist. CPR certification is required.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Universal Precautions Category I.

Must possess valid Illinois driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required).

Must show proof of automobile insurance.

Provides rehabilitative care to patients of all ages.

Evaluates treatment needs of assigned physician referred patients of all ages.

Implements the patient treatment according to the program plan, assesses the patient’s response and revised the program as needed.

Effectively communicates with the patient, family members, hospital staff and the public.

Keeps timely and accurate medical, administrative and education records.

Coordinates effective patient care with the assistance of the Physical Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapy Aide.

Maintains skills in treatment procedure through utilization of in-service and continuing education opportunities and expertise of other clinical staff personnel.

Demonstrates effective use of departmental equipment for patient care.

Contributes to the maintenance of a satisfactory work environment.

Promotes health and safety in the work environment.

Actively participates in competency assessment process.

Performs other related work as required or requested.

Pay Transparency

Pay Transparency $37.43 - $58.02. Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options.

All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/