Physical Therapist IHR-Inpatient Rehab Casual Days

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Physical Therapist in Lake Forest. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and a license in Illinois. Responsibilities include patient care, teamwork, and participation in quality initiatives. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment focused on excellence.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist in Illinois.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and manage patient care plans.
• Participate in quality improvement and service enhancement initiatives.
• Mentor students and participate in clinical programs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist IHR-Inpatient Rehab Casual Days

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Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. Our patient-first approach distinguishes us as a leader in healthcare. Join our team and participate in our quest for better healthcare across the Northwestern Medicine system. We offer competitive benefits such as tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits to support our employees. Are you ready to join us?

Job Description

This is an in-house registry position based at Lake Forest Hospital. The minimum shift requirements include 2 weekend shifts per month, 4 weekday hours per month, and participation in a holiday rotation.

The Physical Therapist role aligns with NM's mission, vision, and values, adhering to our Code of Ethics and Compliance Program, and complying with all relevant policies and standards.

• Licensed physical therapist in Illinois, adhering to the professional Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• Responsibilities include direct patient care, teaching, committee participation, and process improvement.
• Serve as a role model for therapists and interns, demonstrating professionalism, clinical skills, communication, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate NM values: teamwork, patients first, integrity, and excellence.
• Maintain a friendly, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provide accurate information and timely updates to patients and stakeholders.
• Use effective service recovery skills to address issues.
• Manage patient care plans collaboratively with PT/PTA teams.
• Show teamwork, communicate effectively, and respect diverse opinions.
• Utilize resources efficiently and manage work schedules effectively.
• Participate in quality improvement, cost reduction, and service enhancement initiatives.
• Apply clinical expertise in evaluations, treatments, and re-evaluations, documenting appropriately.
• Assume full responsibility for patient management from initial contact to discharge.
• Adhere to documentation standards in the EMR, including daily notes and discharge summaries.
• Educate patients using appropriate materials and methods.
• Engage in departmental committees, projects, and educational efforts.
• Develop professional relationships within healthcare teams and participate in marketing efforts.
• Promote respectful communication and accept constructive feedback.
• Complete non-patient care tasks timely, including scheduling and administrative responsibilities.
• Mentor students and participate in clinical programs.
• Maintain productivity and flexibility to meet patient and department needs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Illinois.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.

Preferred:

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We conduct background checks and consider criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis, following all applicable laws.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. For details, visit our Benefits section.