Physical Therapist II

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Tuition Reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights, IL seeks a Physical Therapist II for Outpatient Physical Rehab Services. The role emphasizes one-to-one patient care, thorough assessment, and evidence-based treatment to restore function and reduce pain.

This per diem daytime position requires an APTA-accredited PT degree, current Illinois licensure, and CPR certification; hours are 7:00 am–3:15 pm with Saturday shifts (minimum two per month).

Qualifications

• The completion of a degree in Physical Therapy from an A.P.T.A. accredited school, or the equivalent.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 care and avoid double booking.
• Assess, treat, and care for patients in the assigned area.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to restore function and reduce pain.
• Prepare and document patient records and billing per guidelines.
• Communicate with physicians, nursing and staff to optimize patient care.

Skills

One-to-one care

Assessment & planning

Documentation

Education

PT degree (APTA‑accredited)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $43.38 - $67.24

Position: Physical Therapist II –Outpatient Physical Rehab Services

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Per Diem Hours: 7am - 3:15pm, Saturdays (minimum of 2 per month)

Required Travel: No

What you will do:

• Provide 1:1 Care - No double booking
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area.
• Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient.
• Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient.
• Evaluates patient’s functional abilities/disabilities utilizing techniques appropriate to the patient type including assessment of strength, range of motion, pain, sensation, balance, transfers, ambulation status, wound size and condition.
• In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function, increase strength and decrease pain.
• Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary.
• Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other staff to provide optimal patient care.
• Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including next-level-of-care planning.
• Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides self-directed programs considering the developmental needs of the patient.
• Assists with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.
• Utilizes correct body mechanics.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.
• Assists with planning and conducting in-service programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth; keeps abreast of developments in the field of Physical Therapy and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans.
• Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.
• Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies and procedures.
• Various levels may have additional functions

What you will need:

• The completion of a degree in Physical Therapy from an A.P.T.A. accredited school, or the equivalent.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association.

Benefits:

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

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