Physical Therapist
About The Position
Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI) is hiring Physical Therapists for outpatient rehabilitation locations throughout the Chicagoland area. The role provides high-quality, evidence-based rehabilitation in collaboration with orthopedic physicians and the clinical team, with the goal of improving patient function, recovery, and outcomes. New graduates are welcome and receive a two- to three-month mentorship period to help transition to a full caseload. Clinical development opportunities include an ABPTRFE-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program with full salary while working a reduced schedule, a Critical Reasoning Development Seminar, a Leadership Development Series, and opportunities to develop expertise in sports medicine, foot and ankle, manual therapy, vestibular and concussion rehabilitation, and performing arts. Therapists may also participate in collaborative programs such as OrthoSync and OrthoHealth, and work with physicians through surgical observations, monthly Grand Rounds, shared access to operative notes and imaging reports, and direct communication with physician teams. The position is available full-time or part-time, Monday through Friday, with flexibility for creative scheduling. Locations are throughout the Chicagoland area. Base salary is $83,000 to $110,000 annually, with compensation varying based on location, skills, and relevant experience. The role is under the direction of the Facility Manager.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment.
- Understanding of proper body mechanics for lifting, pulling, and pushing.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds as needed.
- Ability to stand, sit, and move throughout the workday.
- Ability to use electronic medical records and other computer systems for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- New Physical Therapy graduates are welcome.
- Interest in clinical development or specializations such as sports medicine, foot and ankle, manual therapy, vestibular/concussion rehabilitation, or performing arts.
- Interest in management and leadership development.
Responsibilities
- Interpret physician orders; perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans and functional goals.
- Provide exceptional, evidence-based patient care.
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans and goals as appropriate.
- Establish appropriate discharge plans and follow-up recommendations.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including evaluations, daily notes, progress notes, discharges, and home exercise programs.
- Comply with billing requirements and ethical billing practices.
- Collaborate and develop positive relationships with IBJI's physician team.
- Supervise and direct Rehabilitation Technicians and other support staff as appropriate.
- Maintain an active Illinois Physical Therapy license and complete required continuing education units.
- Participate in professional development, including mentoring, clinical education, special interest groups, and community outreach.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive annual compensation of $83,000 to $110,000.
- Quarterly therapist-friendly bonuses of up to $11,500 annually.
- Sign-on bonus.
- Profit sharing.
- $2,000 annual continuing education allowance.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Long- and short-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) program with company match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness program.
- Health savings accounts.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- ID protection plan.
- Accident, critical illness, and hospital benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
