Physical Therapist Outpatient
About The Position
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Provide comprehensive rehabilitative care for a clinically diverse patient population, specializing in a wide cross section of neuro, ortho, and specialty areas like lymphedema and pelvic floor. Develop, implement, and regularly reassess individualized, patient-centered plans of care in collaboration with patients and families. Deliver evidence-based interventions across complex diagnoses, including neurological, oncological, orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex conditions. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, optimize outcomes, and support safe, effective discharge planning. Schedule will have 2 evenings a week until approximately 7:15 p.m.
Requirements
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation prior to hire date or job transfer date required. A valid license pending letter will be accepted until license is issued.
- Bachelor's degree required.
Nice To Haves
- Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.
- 1-year minimum experience in lymphedema and/or pelvic health.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive rehabilitative care for a clinically diverse patient population, specializing in a wide cross section of neuro, ortho, and specialty areas like lymphedema and pelvic floor.
- Develop, implement, and regularly reassess individualized, patient-centered plans of care in collaboration with patients and families.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions across complex diagnoses, including neurological, oncological, orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex conditions.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, optimize outcomes, and support safe, effective discharge planning.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
