Physical Therapist, Outpatient

Freeport-Memorial-Hospital; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans. You will collaborate with physicians and the care team, document services electronically, and contribute to performance improvement and education initiatives.

With a 40-hour workweek, you will share weekend coverage roughly five weekends per year, mentor new staff, participate in cost-saving efforts, and support our mission

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation.
• Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques.
• Participates actively in the PI and CQI process.
• Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners.
• Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department.
• Takes an active role in the performance improvement process.
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician group.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Job description

OVERVIEWProvides comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans using exercise, manual techniques, and other therapeutic interventions to improve patient outcomes. Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals, maintains accurate documentation, and contributes to performance improvement, staff mentoring, and education initiatives.SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, approximately five weekends per yearSHIFT: 10-hour shifts, 9am-6pmESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESIntegrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.Performs thorough and timely electronic documentationStrengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniquesParticipates actively in the PI and CQI processAssists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partnersParticipates in cost saving initiatives within the departmentTakes an active role in the performance improvement processMaintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician groupPlans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited school of Physical TherapyCERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as a physical therapist in WI, IL or both if requiredCPR/BLS required within 90 days of hireLEVEL OF SUPERVISIONSome independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.PAY RANGE:$80,716.59 - $121,074.89Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women