Weekend PRN Physical Therapist — Elevate Patient Outcomes

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a licensed physical therapist for a PRN position with weekend days in Illinois and/or Wisconsin. The role involves developing treatment plans, employing exercise and manual therapies, and maintaining comprehensive documentation. Requires licensure in WI or IL and CPR/BLS within 90 days of hire.

The department emphasizes collaboration with other disciplines, ongoing quality initiatives, mentorship of partners, and ongoing education for staff and the community.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Licensed as a physical therapist in WI, IL or both if required.
• CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation
• Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
• Participates actively in the PI and CQI process
• Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners
• Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department
• Takes an active role in the performance improvement process
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician group
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a licensed physical therapist for a PRN position with weekend days in Illinois and/or Wisconsin. The role involves developing treatment plans, employing exercise and manual therapies, and maintaining comprehensive documentation. Requires licensure in WI or IL and CPR/BLS within 90 days of hire.

The department emphasizes collaboration with other disciplines, ongoing quality initiatives, mentorship of partners, and ongoing education for staff and the community.