Senior Physical Therapist Advocate & Care Leader

Advocate Health Care; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and monitor progress toward functional goals. You will coordinate with physicians and team members, provide discharge planning and home programs, and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with department policies.

The role emphasizes patient safety, adherence to infection control, and participation in ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Requires Doctorate in Physical Therapy and state licensure.
• Demonstrates strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to interpret referrals and establish therapy plans.
• Follows department policies for documentation and billing.

Responsibilities

• Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary evaluations.
• Establishes a plan of care and implements treatment based on evaluation and goals.
• Monitors outcomes and adjusts plans; updates physicians and teammates.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Decision-making

Problem solving

Competency assessments

Continuous education

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Advocate Health Care seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and monitor progress toward functional goals. You will coordinate with physicians and team members, provide discharge planning and home programs, and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with department policies.

The role emphasizes patient safety, adherence to infection control, and participation in ongoing professional growth.