Physical Therapist PRN - Evanston South
About The Position
Our team of specialized physical therapists brings expertise across a wide range of disciplines — including Performing Arts and Gymnastics Rehabilitation, ACL injury prevention and recovery, Hip Preservation, Vestibular and Concussion Rehabilitation, and the Schroth method for scoliosis management. We offer advanced hands-on techniques such as Dry Needling, Graston, and Cupping, with Orthopedic Certified Specialists (OCS) on staff to ensure the highest level of orthopedic care. We are proud to serve our community in English, Polish, and Spanish , making expert care accessible to more patients. At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovery ; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own. Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives. At Athletico, the Physical Therapist’s role is to evaluate, design and implement a patient’s plan of care. Each Plan of Care is created to increase, maintain or restore function, minimize or prevent disability, and assist patients in reaching their maximum performance levels.
Requirements
- Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
- Current Professional licensure as a Physical Therapist
- Current CPR Certification
- Ability to read, write/type and speak English proficiently
- Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and understand
- Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20‐25 pounds
- Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
Nice To Haves
- Expertise across a wide range of disciplines — including Performing Arts and Gymnastics Rehabilitation, ACL injury prevention and recovery, Hip Preservation, Vestibular and Concussion Rehabilitation, and the Schroth method for scoliosis management.
- Advanced hands-on techniques such as Dry Needling, Graston, and Cupping
- Orthopedic Certified Specialists (OCS) on staff
- Serve our community in English, Polish, and Spanish
- Energetic and a team player
Responsibilities
- Providing interpretation of prescriptions, performing an initial evaluation, and establishing a treatment plan with functional and/or work related goals
- Appropriately progressing the treatment and goals
- Periodic and timely written communication to physicians
- Appropriate discharge management and patient follow‐up
- Supervision of rehabilitation aides and administrative staff as needed
- Supervision of PTAs when applicable per the appropriate state practice act
- Documentation: All PT’s are responsible for documenting all treatment and completing all written communications in a timely manner, including but not limited to, initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, daily S.O.A.P. notes, functional status reports, functional capacity evaluations and insurance/plan of care forms as necessary
- Physical Therapists are responsible for establishing and developing professional relationships with Athletico’s referral sources including, but not limited to, physicians, PAs, ARNPs, chiros, case managers, etc.
- Hosting a booth at a health related fair
- Presenting an in‐service on orthopedic injuries or prevention
- Providing coverage to special events such as sport camps, races, tournaments & lectures
- Performing complimentary screenings to the public with appropriate referrals as necessary
- Accompanying patients to their physician visits (patient visits)
- Interoffice communication and follow up
- Staff in‐services, community in‐services, attendance at continuing education courses, and follow‐up summary of all continuing education courses to staff members
- Maintain state license
- Complete all compliance standards as requested
Benefits
- Generative AI Documentation Scribe
- Yearly Continuing Education Allowance
- Access to MedBridge and Athletico University
- Additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
- Strategic Mentorship programs
- Leadership programs
- Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
- Residency Programs
- Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
- 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
- KinderCare Discount
- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
