Physical Therapist Inpatient and Outpatient Full Time Days Marianjoy

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Wheaton, IL

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About The Position

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and skilled full-time Physical Therapist to float between inpatient and outpatient settings and provide high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse patient population. The role requires flexibility and adaptability. Core hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the therapist is also expected to work three weekend days per quarter and two holidays annually.

The Physical Therapist reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values; follows its Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program; and complies with applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards. The role includes evaluating and treating patients, collaborating with the care team, educating patients and caregivers, supporting discharge planning, documenting care, and supervising appropriate personnel and students.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience.
• Master’s or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Selects and administers appropriate physical therapy evaluations in inpatient rehabilitation.
• Develops and implements collaborative treatment plans.
• Provides patient, family, and caregiver education.
• Participates in patient discharge planning through verbal and written communication.
• Provides clear, concise patient-care documentation according to departmental standards.
• Supervises appropriate paraprofessionals and support personnel by monitoring treatment-plan administration and providing clinical direction and guidance.
• Assesses patients and selects appropriate techniques and therapies to restore function and prevent disability.
• Participates in patient discharge and home-care planning to support continuity of care.
• Completes related medical documentation accurately and on time, in accordance with established policies and standards.
• Assists in monitoring quality-management indicators.
• Completes annual written and demonstration-style competency examinations.
• Promotes the philosophy and objectives of Northwestern Medicine and Rehabilitation Services.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and team meetings.
• Serves on assigned departmental committees.
• Attends and contributes to monthly departmental and discipline-specific service meetings.
• Follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the Code of Ethics, and Customer Service Standards; supports positive patient and guest relations and effective staff interactions.
• Formulates and meets developmental goals.
• Supervises students in accordance with departmental clinical education guidelines.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits
• A wide range of benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time