Physical Therapist PD-26340

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL, is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist in Acute Physical Therapy. The role provides evidence-based direct and indirect PT services to inpatients and outpatients, upholding Rush’s mission and standards.

Responsibilities include thorough evaluations, developing plans of care, patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Requires Illinois license with CEUs and CAPTE degree.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.
• Maintains Illinois license with minimum of 20 CEUs per year.
• Meets all state regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Executes thorough patient evaluations and interprets data for PT diagnosis.
• Provides an evidence-based plan of care with functional goals.
• Adapts treatment environment, tools, equipment, and activities to patient needs.
• Monitors patient response and modifies treatment as indicated.
• Terminates services when maximum benefit or goals achieved.
• Documents completely per Epic standards and billing.
• Participates in quality improvement projects and professional development.

Skills

Clinical practice

Effective communication

Epic billing

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT program

Illinois license + 20 CEUs/yr

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Physical Therapy- Acute

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $55.00 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary

The physical therapist provides evidence-based direct and indirect physical therapy services to all patients referred to the department, promoting excellence with the delivery of care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other Information

Required Job Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills.
• Clinical Practice
• Meets all state regulatory requirements
• Graduate of CAPTE accredited physical therapy program.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Maintains Illinois License, with supporting minimum of 20CEUs /year.

Responsibilities

• Executes a thorough patient evaluation, obtaining and interpreting data necessary to support a physical therapy diagnosis.
• Provides an evidenced base plan of care for treatment, including functional goals and methods to achieve said goals.
• Adapts treatment environment, tools, equipment, and activities according to the needs of the individual.
• Monitors the individual's response to treatment interventions and modifies treatment and plan as indicated.
• Terminates patient services when maximum benefit or goals have been achieved
• Monitors own performance and identify supervisory needs.
• Maintains treatment area, equipment, and supply inventory as required.
• Documents completely per Epic standards using point of care method.
• Following standards established for each clinical area.
• Demonstrates effective teaching and communication skills, especially as related for patient and family education.
• Demonstrates ability to use Epic for timely and accurate patient billing.
• Strives to meet all benchmarking standards for hours worked/units billed.
• Participates in all quality improvement projects.
• Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development.
• Participates in available professional and community activities.
• Supports and demonstrates a team approach with other disciplines.
• Functions according to the APTA guidelines, the Illinois Physical Therapy Practice Act and standards of the profession.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.