Physical Therapist (Per Diem/PRN)

Covenant Living Communities; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals through expert physical therapy services. This per diem role offers flexibility while allowing you to make a meaningful impact in patients' recovery journeys. As a physical therapist, you will assess and evaluate patient needs, develop tailored care plans, and provide hands-on treatment. With a focus on collaboration, you will work closely with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes. This position not only supports your professional growth but also offers a competitive pay structure and a supportive work environment, making it an exciting opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) with a 3% employer match

Fitness center use

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services according to a physician's plan of care.
• Assesses and evaluates therapeutic status and develops care plans.
• Instructs patients and caregivers on therapeutic appliance use.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

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Per Diem/PRN position. This position will be supporting Northbrook and Evanston.

1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:

• Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
• Directing physical therapy treatment.
• Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
• Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.

2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.

3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.

4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.

5. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.

6. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.

8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Possesses a bachelor, masters or doctorate degree in physical therapy by an accredited organization.

2. Pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).

3. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state of IL.

4. At Least (1) year of appropriate experience as a Physical Therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.

5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

6. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

7. Reliable means of transportation.

Compensation Pay Range:

$34.57 - $43.54

Reasonable Pay Estimate

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $34.57 - $43.54. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.Employees are paid on a per visit basis with compensation of $20-$120 per visit, depending on their role and the visit type. Employees typically conduct 4-6 visits per day. In addition, the employee receives an hourly rate as shown above, for non-visit related work.

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Various voluntary benefits:
  • Life, AD&D
  • Tuition assistance and scholarships
  • Employee assistance program
  • Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
  • Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Homeare equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.