Physical Therapist - South Loop Full time Days

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system as a Physical Therapist in Chicago's South Loop, providing patient-first care. This full-time role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and leadership in a supportive environment. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist complying with Illinois State requirements.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and participates in departmental process improvements.
• Documents patient responses and treatment outcomes accurately.
• Collaborates with treating PTs/PTAs to manage patient care effectively.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist - South Loop Full time Days

Join Northwestern Medicine as a Physical Therapist in our South Loop location, working full-time during days. Be part of a patient-first healthcare system committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

Company Overview

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits. Join us in our quest for better healthcare.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist reflects our mission, vision, and values, adhering to our Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, and all relevant policies and standards.

• Licensed physical therapist complying with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as per the Illinois State requirements.
• Provides direct patient care, participates in teaching, committee work, and departmental process improvements.
• Serves as a role model for all therapists and interns in professional, clinical, communication, education, and leadership activities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates Northwestern Medicine's core values of teamwork, patient-first approach, integrity, and excellence.
• Maintains a friendly, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information, timely updates, and directions to patients and customers, addressing questions and concerns effectively.
• Uses effective service recovery skills to resolve issues promptly.
• Collaborates with treating PTs/PTAs to manage patient plans of care effectively.
• Exhibits teamwork by assisting colleagues across departments and respecting diverse opinions.
• Utilizes resources efficiently and manages work schedules to complete tasks timely.
• Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and departmental growth.
• Adapts treatment plans creatively to meet individual patient needs, demonstrating competency in evaluation and treatment modalities.
• Assumes full responsibility for patient management from initial contact to discharge, maintaining primary responsibility over care plans.
• Documents all notes accurately in the electronic medical record, reflecting patient responses and treatment outcomes.
• Provides educational materials suited to patient understanding and motivation.
• Participates in departmental committees, projects, and educational efforts, including mentorship and student programs.
• Builds professional relationships with healthcare team members and participates in marketing efforts.
• Fosters respectful communication and accepts constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
• Completes non-patient care responsibilities proactively and within established timelines.
• Maintains productivity standards and demonstrates flexibility in schedule and assignments to meet patient care needs.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy, Illinois State license, BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. Background checks are performed upon employment offers, considering convictions on a case-by-case basis in accordance with regulations.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Visit our Benefits section for details.