Registry Physical Therapist, Acute Care Physical Therapy Casual Days

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,099 - 84,171; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship programs

Flexible work options

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago is seeking a Physical Therapist. The role requires administering evaluations, creating treatment plans, and providing direct patient care. Candidates must hold an Illinois Physical Therapy License and have a degree in Physical Therapy. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $52.00, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth through training and mentorship programs.

Qualifications

• Illinois Physical Therapy License required.
• Basic Life Support certification from American Heart Association needed.
• Degree in Physical Therapy (BS, MS, or DPT) required.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care for at least 65% of hours worked.
• Complete medical documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Assessment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

The salary range for this position is $52.00 - $52.00 (Hourly Rate).

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world‑class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well‑Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce‑led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Description

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy evaluations and develops collaborative treatment plans with patients.
• Restores function and prevents further disability through ongoing assessment leading to appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Provides direct patient care for an established 65% of hours worked.
• Performs appropriate physical therapy evaluations and re‑evaluations on a regular basis.
• Designs and implements appropriate treatment plans.
• Participates in patient discharge and home care planning to facilitate the continuity of patient care.
• Completes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with established policies and standards.
• Demonstrates competency through the annual completion of the written and/or demonstration‑style competency examinations.
• Promotes philosophy and objectives of NMH.
• Promotes and maintains professional working relationship with peers.
• Maintains/promotes open communication with internal contacts, such as nursing and social work.
• Adheres to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Adheres to the Code of Ethics, Customer Service Standards and the Patients First mission as demonstrated through positive patient/guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, formulating and meeting developmental goals.
• Works a minimum of two days per month.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assessing, treating, caring for adults (18-64 years), and geriatrics (65+) from a developmental perspective.
• The physical/visual/mental qualifications of the Position:
  • The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:
    • Visually observe, interpret and document patient's verbal and behavioral responses during assessment and treatment activities.
    • Communicate clearly and effectively with physicians, patients, families, guests and other members of the health‑care team.
    • Respond to emergency signals and indicators.
    • Push/pull patients in wheelchairs (100‑300 lbs.) for short distances.
    • Push/pull supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
    • Lift patients up to 80 lbs. or with assistance up to 200 lbs.
    • Provide physical assistance to patients during mobility training.
    • Display concentration and attention span for brief and extended periods of time (up to 90 minutes) to perform tasks including patient evaluations, patient treatments, participation discharge panels, participation in continuing education activities.
    • Commute between office space and patient treatment locations.
• The work involves potential risks which require use of safety precautions, use of safe practices with patients, clinical and office equipment (including universal precautions), avoidance of trips and falls, use of body mechanics, and observation of fire and safety regulations. It is the responsibility of the employee to be familiar and compliant with these procedures.
• Supervises students within department clinical education guidelines.
• Delegates appropriate responsibilities to Certified Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Assists in monitoring of quality management indicators.

Qualifications

Required

• Physical Therapy License, Illinois.
• Department of Professional Regulations.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy if graduate prior to 2002. Master's degree in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy on or after 2002.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.