Physical Therapist

Internal Employees: Please ensure that you are logged into Workday and applying through the Jobs Hub before proceeding. Physical Therapist Job Description Physical Therapists plan and execute rehabilitation programs to help patients return to a higher level of physical function.

Physical Therapists utilize a variety of skills including, but not limited to therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, physical modalities, gait training and manual techniques.

Our therapists demonstrate effective communication and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patients and provide compassionate care. Department: Physical Therapy Hours: Part-Time, 20 hours a week required Required: DPT, Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of IL, BLS within 90 days of hire.

Pay: Based on experience, starting at $39.12 Sign on bonus: $5,000 Responsibilities Apply knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, neuroscience, pharmacology., Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy., Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Care with appropriate home exercise program, discharge instructions., Develop Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including short and long term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement., Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures., Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable., Implement Plan of Care on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress., Maintain open lines of effective communication between therapy staff, department staff and referral sources involved in the care of the patient., Maintain patient records, ensuring that Certifications and Authorizations are in compliance with third party payer requirements., Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc., Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards., Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques., Supervise physical therapy assistants as indicated in a professional and consistent manner.

Requirements DPT (Required)BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Physical Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

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Range $39.12 - $60.64 Pay based on experience When you come to work for Sarah Bush Lincoln or Fayette County Hospital Long Term Care, you have our commitment to help make this the best work experience of your life. Career development is available through continuing education and on-site training, so come grow with us!

We are striving to be the employer of choice in the area. Employees reap the benefit of our work culture which is steeped in professional and personal development programs. We have developed a solid benefit package to help retain our employees, while providing them opportunities to grow their careers.

We support on-site classroom learning programs and internet courses, and we have a generous tuition reimbursement program-- all designed to help staff achieve their goals.