Physical Therapist - Outpatient Therapy

Northshore Home Health Care; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, developing individualized care plans to achieve optimal outcomes. You will perform assessments, design treatment strategies, educate patients and families, and document findings in line with policies.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, a licensed PT credential, and BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Licensed PT credential required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Continuing education on acute stroke care required.
• Adherence to clinical standards and ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients of all ages with individualized care plans.
• Perform patient assessments and design treatment strategies.
• Educate patients and families and document clinical findings.
• Evaluate impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditions; apply modalities.
• Communicate progress with referring providers.

Skills

Clinical skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

We are seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, developing and adjusting individualized care plans to achieve optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, designing treatment strategies, educating patients and families, and documenting clinical findings in accordance with policies. The role requires demonstrating safe body mechanics, respecting patient dignity, and utilizing support personnel ethically.

Key duties involve evaluating impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditions, conducting objective testing, applying therapeutic modalities, and communicating progress with referring providers.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and a licensed PT credential, along with BLS certification within 30 days. Candidates must complete continuing education on acute stroke care and adhere to clinical standards.

Ideal candidates possess strong clinical skills, empathy, and effective communication abilities to deliver compassionate patient-centered care.

Compensation ranges from $40.84 to $70.24 per hour, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.

Note: Sign-on bonuses are available based on experience and full- or part-time employment.