Physical Therapist - Per Diem

2200 Elmhurst Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for shifts

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Retirement with company match

Wellness program

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Illinois seeks a Physical Therapist II for per diem shifts at Elmhurst Hospital. The role focuses on direct PT services, one-on-one sessions, and evolving plans to achieve functional outcomes.

Weekend availability (two 8-hour shifts) and potential off-site duty at Edward Hospital are included. Mentorship is offered for new grads and those with under three years' experience, with advancement pathways and education support available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years' experience in an Acute-Care setting with clinical independence
• Current State of Illinois Physical Therapist licensure
• Current CPR Certification (AHA BLS)
• Driver’s license required if off-site duties may occur

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services to patients.
• Perform evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to meet precise, functional goals.
• Assess patient status and implement programs to prevent and correct movement dysfunction.
• Educate patients using clear communication to engage in their own care.
• Stay updated on new techniques and equipment in physical therapy.

Skills

Clinical independence

Communication skills

Mentorship available

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Master/Sci or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (post-2002)

Doctorate in Physical Therapy (2015+ graduates)

Illinois PT licensure

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

• Position: Physical Therapist II - Per Diem Flat Hourly
• Per Diem Rate: $51.00 per hour
• Location: Elmhurst Hospital
• Floating Location: As census increases at Edward Hospital, will float to Edward location (Naperville)
• Per Diem/PRN Hours: Weekend shifts. (2) 8 hour weekend shifts required per month, 8am to 4:30pm. 2 holidays per year.

Working for Endeavor

At Endeavor Health, our mission is to put patient outcomes first and serve both our organization and the community. We currently schedule patients one on one for 45 minutes, with efforts made to keep patients with the same provider from start to finish. We also offer competitive internal education, to help you on your path to continual growth and keep mandatory requirements easy to maintain. For new grads, and those with less than three years’ experience, we offer mentorship to ensure you have a great start to your career. We accomplish this by utilizing our many specialized therapists who teach at local universities. They provide mentorship within our residency and fellowship programs. While our primary population of patients is orthopedic physical therapy, we also offer Occupational and Speech services. We offer specialties in hand, neuro, vestibular, pelvic health, pediatrics, and lymphedema.

What you will need

• A minimum of 1-3 years' experience with demonstration of clinical independence in an Acute-Care setting
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy (if graduated before 2002) OR Master of Science or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (if graduated 2002 - 2014) OR Doctorate in Physical Therapy (if graduated 2015 and after)
• Current State of Illinois Physical Therapist licensure
• Current CPR Certification issued by the American Heart Association BLS provider
• A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off site location.
• If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
• Support available for certification and development

What you will do

• Provides direct physical therapy services to patients.
• Demonstrates an appropriate level of clinical skill, as evidenced by the completion of comprehensive and insightful evaluations, and the development of individualized and effective treatment plans designed to achieve precise, functional goals.
• Evaluates patient’s physical and functional status and plans and implements therapeutic programs that include prevention, identification, correction and alleviation of acute or prolonged movement dysfunction of an anatomic or physiologic origin.
• Uses excellent communication skills to educate patients and engage them in their own care.
• Stays updated regarding developments, new techniques, and equipment in the field of physical therapy.
• Maintains a well-rounded knowledge base, and clinical reasoning skills to consistently achieve expected clinical outcomes.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• 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
• Medbridge Silver Membership (.5FTE and above) provided to enable individuals to obtain CEU’s via live or recorded webinars & attend prep classes for certification courses.
• 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.

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.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.