Physical Therapist (PT) - BroMenn

Carle Health; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 50,971 - 86,788; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Job summary

Carle Health in Illinois is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, adapting plans of care as needed. This role offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance and serves as a clinical resource for staff and students.

You will develop individualized care plans, educate patients and families, document care in the EMR, and collaborate with referring providers to optimize outcomes. BLS within 30 days and state PT license within 90 days are required.

Qualifications

• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days (American Heart Association).
• Licensed PT must be obtained within 90 days (Illinois licensing board).
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Relevant work experience as stated upon application.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient transfers with assistance as needed and use safe body mechanics.
• Treat patients and staff with dignity and respect while remaining empathetic.
• Develop and adjust individualized plans of care aligning goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, students and health care providers.
• Evaluate clinical findings to determine diagnoses and outcomes; perform examinations based on chief complaints.
• Document care in the EMR and produce charges.
• Screen patients to determine effectiveness and need for further therapy services.
• Supervise support personnel and provide feedback.
• Evaluate orthopedic and neurologic impairments and base plans on functional deficits and goals.
• Perform objective testing for ROM, strength and functional tasks; apply modalities as needed.
• Communicate progress and recommendations to referring providers.

Skills

BLS certification

Licensed Physical Therapist

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

PT License

Job description

Overview

Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Bonus available. Evaluate and treat patients of all ages, modifying plan of care as appropriate. Serve as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days (American Heart Association).
• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) within 90 days (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation).
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (required).
• Appropriate work experience (details provided upon application).

Responsibilities

• Perform patient transfers with assistance as needed. Demonstrate safe body mechanics to reduce risk of injury.
• Treat patients and staff with dignity and respect; remain empathetic and fully engaged.
• Develop and adjust individualized plans of care integrating goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, students, and health care providers using effective teaching methods.
• Evaluate clinical findings to determine diagnoses and outcomes. Perform examinations using reliable, valid methods based on chief complaints.
• Document care in accordance with Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP67). Produce documentation and charge in therapy EMR.
• Screen patients to determine effectiveness and need for further therapy services.
• Use support personnel per legal and ethical guidelines; monitor their care and provide feedback.
• Evaluate impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditions. Establish plan of care based on functional deficits and patient goals.
• Complete objective testing for range of motion, strength, and functional tasks. Apply taping and modalities as appropriate.
• Communicate with referring providers on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate range: $36.74 - $63.19. Compensation depends on experience, qualifications, location, and other factors. Comprehensive benefits package available (visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits for details).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.