Physical Therapist / PT, Home Health PRN

AccentCare; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Flexible spending

Wellness programs

Job summary

AccentCare is seeking a Physical Therapist (PRN) in Lombard, IL, with a focus on home health. The role requires evaluating and treating patients, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and providing patient education and care planning.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in physical therapy, a licensed physical therapist in the state of operation, and CPR certification. PRN hours are Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, with travel to coverage areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physical therapy approved by CAPTE-accredited program.
• Minimum nine months experience as a physical therapist.
• Currently licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state of operation; CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver able to travel to all business locations.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and documents treatment per physician orders and agency policies.
• Performs patient evaluations per policy; selects appropriate diagnostic materials.
• Informs physician of assessment results and recommended clinical interventions.
• Develops and documents treatment plans with priorities and outcomes.
• Educates and counsels patients and families; maintains organized treatment documentation.
• Shares patient information with physicians and team members and updates on status.
• Meets productivity standards and manages time efficiently.

Skills

CPR certification

Licensed driver

Education

Master’s degree in physical therapy

Job description

Overview

Overview

Physical Therapist / PT, PRN Home Health

Location:

Lombard, IL - Office location

Position:

Occupational Therapist

Position Type:

PRN

Remote/Virtual Position:

No

Coverage Area:

Dekalb, IL

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Physical Therapist

Salary:

$99,000 - $110,000 / The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate of annual compensation for full time status.

Schedule:

PRN M-F 8am-5pm

Offer Based On Years of Experience

What You Need To Know

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation and treatment to patients, functioning as a member of the interdisciplinary team, providing patient and family education and counseling regarding concerns, planning, implementing and modifying treatment procedures, maintaining appropriate documentation according to policies and procedures and current standards of practice. This position manages a caseload in accordance with agency productivity standards, attends and participates in patient and other conferences and agency in-services as assigned.

Be the Best Physical Therapist You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

• Master’s degree in physical therapy approved by CAPTE accredited physical therapist education program
• Minimum nine months experience as a physical therapist
• Preferred community/home health experience
• Currently licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the state of agency operation and compliant with accepted professional standards and practices
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations

Responsibilities:

As a Physical Therapist, you will:

• Provides patient care and documents treatment in accordance with physician orders, agency policy and patient needs.
• Performs patient evaluations in accordance with agency policy and procedure. Selects appropriate diagnostic material to assess all aspects of patient care.
• Informs the physician of the results of the assessment and recommended clinical interventions prior to initiating care.
• Develops and documents appropriate treatment plans for patients including selecting appropriate intervention approaches, strategies, materials and establishing treatment priorities.
• Provides an organized and efficient patient treatment which includes advising, educating and counseling the patient.
• Presents pertinent patient information to physicians and keeps team members informed of patient status and treatment plan.
• Provides appropriate treatment to patients according to patient needs and within the parameters set by the agency and payer.
• Determines appropriate goals, which are objective and measurable in nature, in collaboration with team members and patients.
• Meets agency productivity standards and uses work hours efficiently.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares - for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.