Physical Therapist Specialist
4 weeks ago
About the Role
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to join our team in Palos Heights, Illinois. This role requires a licensed physical therapist with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to provide high-quality patient care.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated and organized Physical Therapist to work in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school and be able to demonstrate intermediate computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care
- Interpret physician referrals, complete evaluations, and establish plans of care for patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary conditions.
- Implement individualized treatment based on evaluation results and functional goals.
- Monitor and evaluate outcomes, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Communicate with physicians and stakeholders to ensure optimal patient care.
- Documentation and Reporting
- Complete accurate and timely documentation, including patient progress notes, team conference reports, discharge summaries, and billing information.
- Apply insurance guidelines regarding authorization and number of visits.
- Maintenance and Safety
- Clean up after patient treatment and maintain a neat and orderly workspace.
- Participate in safety initiatives and follow infection control measures.
Requirements
- Licensure
- Current licensure as a physical therapist in the state of practice (Wisconsin or Illinois).
- Authorization letter from IDFPR stating eligibility for licensure except for passing the exam or license pending.
- Education
- Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
- Skills and Abilities
- Intermediate computer skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills.
- Demonstrated organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Working Conditions
- 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 and 10 lbs. from waist to overhead.
- Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay.
- Guaranteed Hours.
- Continuing Education.
- 401k retirement plan.
- Pet insurance.
- Wellness and fitness programs.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Medical benefits.
- Dental benefits.
- Vision benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Discount program.
- Sign-On bonus.
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