Physical Therapist In House Registry Days Marianjoy

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Wheaton, IL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides safe and effective physical therapy services, including evaluating functional performance in people affected by physical illness or injury, congenital or developmental disability, or aging. The therapist evaluates and interprets findings, selects and applies goal-directed interventions to treat or prevent impairments and functional limitations, and works to achieve maximum independence. The role carries ultimate responsibility for the services provided, including supervision of physical therapy support personnel.

This is an In House Registry, on-call/PRN position covering paid time off, leaves, and schedule gaps, with opportunities to work at Northwestern Medicine network locations in Wheaton, Downers Grove, Palos Heights, Elmhurst, Homer Glen, and Oak Brook Terrace. The stated expectation is 192 hours per year, including four weekend days per quarter and two holidays. Weekday Monday–Friday availability is preferred. This is not a benefited position.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in an inpatient rehabilitation and/or subacute program.
• Active Illinois therapy license to practice.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Monday–Friday weekday availability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete documentation according to hospital policy and submit charges promptly.
• Manage an assigned patient group and provide physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments according to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Select, administer, and adapt patient evaluations according to APTA Standards of Practice; interpret findings to identify strengths, impairments, and functional limitations.
• Establish functional, objective, measurable goals appropriate to the patient's function, age, length of stay, and discharge disposition.
• Take responsibility for patients treated by physical therapist assistants and students, and collaborate with physical therapy assistants according to APTA Standards of Practice.
• Reevaluate patients continually and modify or discontinue plans of care as appropriate.
• Select, apply, and modify treatment interventions; provide patient and family teaching; and use doubled, grouped, or joint treatment sessions judiciously.
• End services when maximum benefit is achieved and complete a comprehensive discharge plan based on the patient's needs, abilities, context, and goal attainment.
• Maintain direct patient-care productivity as outlined by Marianjoy policy; maintain treatment areas, equipment, and supply inventory; and schedule and prioritize workload.
• Carry out other duties delegated by the director or manager and remain flexible to meet patient-care and team needs.
• Provide care consistent with Northwestern Medicine's mission, vision, values, policies, ethics, and compliance requirements; maintain confidentiality and respect individual rights and dignity.
• Follow precautions, codes, conditions, and general safety procedures; use safe guarding techniques and assistive or adaptive devices appropriate to patient limitations; and maintain a safe work environment.
• Document services, patient responses, and changes in status relative to the plan of care completely, accurately, and promptly.
• Participate in patient-related conferences as needed and communicate effectively with team members, patients, caregivers, and other professionals.
• Communicate improvement opportunities and maintain positive customer relations; keep the Manager informed about availability and organizational growth opportunities.
• Pursue professional growth through internal and external education and integration of best practices; complete mandatory education requirements, including CPR certification, on time.
• Contribute to the cost effectiveness of departmental services and programs.

Benefits

• The posting states that this is not a benefited position. Northwestern Medicine describes competitive benefits generally, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, and 401(k) matching, but directs candidates to eligibility information for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed