Physical Therapist II - Outpatient Physical Rehab Services - Days

Endeavor Health • Buffalo Grove, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Physical Therapist II within Outpatient Physical Rehab Services. The role involves providing 1:1 care to patients, demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in the assigned area. The therapist will implement assessment, treatment, and care based on the developmental stages of the patient, interpreting verbal and nonverbal communication. Responsibilities include evaluating functional abilities/disabilities, establishing treatment plans with goals, administering and instructing patients in treatment, preparing patient records and documentation, and communicating with physicians and other staff. The role also involves involving patients and families in the plan of care, conducting education sessions, supervising paraprofessional staff, students, and volunteers, utilizing correct body mechanics, adhering to safety and infection control procedures, participating in in-service programs and staff meetings, and assuming responsibility for professional growth. The Physical Therapist II will also participate in the departmental Quality Assurance Program and adhere to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures. Additional functions may apply to various levels.

Requirements

• The completion of a degree in Physical Therapy from an A.P.T.A. accredited school, or the equivalent.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 Care - No double booking
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area.
• Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient.
• Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient.
• Evaluates patient’s functional abilities/disabilities utilizing techniques appropriate to the patient type including assessment of strength, range of motion, pain, sensation, balance, transfers, ambulation status, wound size and condition.
• In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function, increase strength and decrease pain.
• Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary.
• Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other staff to provide optimal patient care.
• Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including next-level-of-care planning.
• Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides self-directed programs considering the developmental needs of the patient.
• Assists with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.
• Utilizes correct body mechanics.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.
• Assists with planning and conducting in-service programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth; keeps abreast of developments in the field of Physical Therapy and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans.
• Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.
• Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level