Physical Therapist II – Outpatient Physical Rehab Services - Days

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health's Northwest Community Hospital outpatient rehab department in Arlington Heights, IL seeks a Physical Therapist II to work in Outpatient Physical Rehab Services. This full-time role offers a 40-hour week with days/evenings, 4-day schedule and a competitive hourly pay range of $38.67–$59.94.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment planning, documentation, collaboration with physicians and staff, and patient/family education. Illinois licensure and CPR required.

Qualifications

• Must have degree in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited program or equivalent.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility to practice.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and care for patients in the assigned outpatient area.
• Develop treatment plans based on patient development and goals.
• Execute and adjust treatment plans; document care and outcomes.
• Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families; involve them in planning and next-level of care.

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy from APTA-accredited program

Illinois licensure or eligibility

CPR certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $38.67 - $59.94 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights: Physical Therapist II – Outpatient Physical Rehab Services

Days Location: Arlington Heights, IL, Northwest Community Hospital, Wellness Center

Full time/Part time: Full-Time - 40 hours

Minimum of two evenings per week until 7:30 pm Hours: Days/Evenings; 4 day work week: 3 10.25 hour days, 1 9.25 hour day, two evenings till 7:30 pm Required Travel: No

What you will do:

• 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.

Preferred Experience: Outpatient Physical Therapy

Benefits

• Premium pay
• 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.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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