Pediatric Physical Therapist I, Registry

University of Chicago Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-class academic healthcare system as a Physical Therapist in Hyde Park. In this role, you'll utilize advanced techniques to evaluate and treat patients across all age groups, ensuring the highest standards of care. This innovative firm is dedicated to improving lives through compassionate healthcare and medical excellence. If you're passionate about making a difference and advancing your clinical skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth while serving the community's health needs.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years clinical physical therapy experience required.
• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients using advanced tests to determine physical therapy needs.
• Coordinates patient care with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Physical Therapy Techniques

Interpersonal Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Masters in Physical Therapy

Bachelors in Physical Therapy

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicineas a Physical Therapist, (Registry) at our Hyde Park location.

In this role as an Physical Therapist youwill examine, evaluate, test and work to alleviate mechanical, physiological or developmental impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or other health and movement related conditions; classifying these disorders, determining a rehabilitation prognosis and plan of therapeutic intervention and assessing the ongoing effects of the interventions.

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist , Registry performs moderately complex physical therapy services/procedures in one of the clinical divisions of the practice on an as needed basis.

Essential Job Functions:

• Evaluates patients utilizing advanced test and measurements; to determine the physical therapy problem/level of function and the expected discharge environment
• Promotes and has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychosocial and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients
• Establishes PT interventions based upon the examination and evaluation ; patient/family, referring practitioner and therapist goals
• Competently performs physical therapy services, utilizing the advanced techniques and procedures
• Instructs patients/families in home programs
• Coordinates patient care with other members of patient’s health care team
• Provides for continuity of patient care through written and verbal communication with team members and other treating disciplines, especially in preparation for planned absences

Required Qualifications:

• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current physical therapy license in the State of Illinois, or eligible (in process of applying, to be completed before employment begins
• Minimum of 2 years clinical physical therapy experience.
• Graduation from an approved physical therapy school with Masters or Bachelors entry level degree in P.T.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care which is age specific/appropriate for the types of patients served.
• Basic computer knowledge /skills to access patient data.
• Appropriate interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with patients/families, the multidisciplinary team and external contacts.
• Declaration of intent to develop advanced, clinical knowledge and skills in a focused area of clinical practice.
• Graduation from an approved physical therapy school with Masters or Bachelors entry level degree in P.T.

Position Details:

• Job Type: Registry
• Shift: Days
• Work Location: Hyde Park
• Area: Physical Therapy
• CBA Code: Non-Union

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.