Physical Therapist- FLOAT

American Addiction Centers•Oak Lawn, IL

7d•$41 - $62•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full-time Physical Therapist position that is benefits eligible. The role involves providing age-appropriate patient care, including evaluations, care planning, and treatment. The therapist will establish functional goals, monitor outcomes, and educate patients and caregivers. Responsibilities also include professional communication, accurate documentation, maintaining a clean work environment, pursuing professional development, and engaging in operational improvement initiatives. As a float position, the therapist must be able to competently practice across assigned departments and/or locations, adapting to varying clinical or operational environments based on organizational need. This role may require travel within a 45-minute radius and may involve some evening and weekend hours. A $5000 sign-on bonus is offered, payable in two installments.

Requirements

Physical Therapy License administered in the state(s) of employment.
Possesses and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state(s) professional standards.
Obtained degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
Intermediate computer skills
Demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational skills to promote effective decision-making, and problem-solving.
Ability to perform basic office functions
Complies with HIPAA guidelines.
Accesses protected health information (PHI) reasonably and shares information on a need-to-know basis.
Successfully completes all competency assessments/requirements pertaining to provision of patient care and consistent with site standards.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday
Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
lift up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead
lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance
Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
perform a sliding of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Position requires repetitive use of hands: Simple grasping - 5-15 lbs. - 20% of the workday
Pushing/pulling - up to 75-100 lbs. - 10% of the day
Fine manipulation of hands during massage and joint mobilization
Must have functional use of senses to allow for effective communication
Must have intelligible speech and adequate language skills to perform job duties
Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers
May be exposed to electrical and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids.
Must have ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed
Work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
May make home visits
Position may require travel; therefore, may be exposed to road and weather hazards
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation.

Responsibilities

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Interprets medical records and provider referrals as appropriate, and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integumentary evaluations utilizing appropriate methods.
Establishes an appropriate patient care plan utilizing evidence-based intervention in accordance with state(s) Physical Therapy Practice Act to include necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, and patient/caregiver education as warranted by clinical diagnosis.
Recommends next level of care, directs support staff, supervises physical therapy assistants, and ensures quality outcomes.
Treatments may include but are not limited to: education, exercise, therapeutic groups, modalities, gait, balance, coordination activities, sensory motor development, functional mobility, and transfer skills.
Identifies the need for and utilizes appropriate assistive orthotic devices and adaptive strategies.
Demonstrates knowledge of indications and contraindications to all therapeutic interventions utilized.
Establishes functional goals in conjunction with the patient/caregiver and monitors outcomes to enhance physical and functional abilities.
Provides individualized adjustments based on the patient’s response to treatment and continuous reassessment.
Identifies factors affecting a patient's physical and psychosocial comfort and attends to these needs.
Communicates with providers, clinical staff, referral sources, and other disciplines to keep all stakeholders informed on the patient’s progress and plan of care.
Collaborates with other disciplines to coordinate the patient’s schedule
Provides education to the patient and caregivers based on patient needs.
Identifies and addresses preferences and learning barriers.
Provides patient and caregiver education regarding diagnosis, progress toward goals, treatment intervention, and home instruction.
Supports patient discharge by providing written home programs, education, and recommending necessary equipment to promote functionality.
Communicates in a professional and timely manner with patient/caregivers, providers, staff, and all external customers.
Responds to questions by staff.
Promotes an open atmosphere of communication.
Informs supervisor of issues and resolutions to potential problems.
Communicates information with patients and caregivers and ensures understanding.
May attend patient care meetings and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to integrate care and coordinate schedules with other disciplines.
Completes all required documentation including patient evaluations, progress notes, patient education, team conference reports, discharge summaries, and billing charges.
Complies with insurance guidelines regarding authorization and visit limitations.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient/caregiver education, charges and departmental statistics, and ICD codes as appropriate.
Responsible for maintaining site/department established productivity standards.
Responsible for understanding and adhering to all billing and documentation policies, procedures, and timelines.
Shares responsibility in maintaining a clean and orderly department by cleaning up after patient treatment and ensuring all equipment is placed correctly and maintained in good working order.
Pursues professional growth by participating in continuing education initiatives, department in-services, and reviewing professional literature implementing evidence-based practices into daily operations.
Actively engages in performance improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes and overall quality of services.
Demonstrates clinical responsibility by identifying opportunities for both quality and operational improvement within daily practice.
Participates in process review and development, consistently bringing forward questions, concerns, and potential solutions.
Manages assigned caseload, informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to cover; assists with coverage, based on department needs and regional needs.
Meets all requirements for Level 1 outlined in the Enterprise Float Program and applicable Human Resources policies.
Must demonstrate the ability to practice competently across assigned departments and/or locations and adapt to varying clinical or operational environments based on organizational need.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program