Physical Therapist (PT) – Acute Care

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC in Urbana, IL is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, design personalized care plans, and serve as a clinical resource for staff and students. The role emphasizes safe patient transfers and empathetic care.

The ideal candidate will hold IL licensure, a PTA degree, and BLS certification, with a commitment to ongoing education related to acute stroke patient care. Collaboration with the care team is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy is required (must be licensed in Illinois).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Must complete ongoing education related to acute stroke patient care.

Responsibilities

• Designs and adjusts patient-centered treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient response.
• Educates patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members using effective teaching methods.
• Performs examinations, screens patients to determine therapy needs, and documents in accordance with policies.
• Utilizes standardized outcome measures and collaborates with the care team on discharge planning and equipment needs.
• Supervises support personnel, ensures quality care, and provides feedback.
• Communicates patient progress, therapy recommendations, and discharge plans clearly to the medical team.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Role Overview:

Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, developing and modifying personalized care plans. Acts as a professional role model and clinical resource for staff and students, ensuring safe patient transfers, proper body mechanics, and respectful, empathetic care.

Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy, licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) in Illinois, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must complete ongoing education related to acute stroke patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs and adjusts patient-centered treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient response.
• Educates patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members using effective teaching methods.
• Performs examinations, screens patients to determine therapy needs, and documents in accordance with policies.
• Utilizes standardized outcome measures and collaborates with the care team on discharge planning and equipment needs.
• Supervises support personnel, ensures quality care, and provides feedback.
• Communicates patient progress, therapy recommendations, and discharge plans clearly to the medical team.