Physical Therapist- Flex Staff

About the role

The Physical Therapist will conduct advanced evaluations of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular systems using validated assessment tools to inform individualized treatment plans. They will determine suitability for treatment based on patient evaluation results and deliver therapeutic interventions based on the latest clinical research and best practice standards.

Responsibilities

• Determines suitability for treatment based on patient evaluation results.
• Delivers therapeutic interventions based on the latest clinical research and best practice standards.
• Designs and continuously adapts rehabilitation programs based on patient progress, emerging evidence, and functional outcome measures.
• Establishes patient-centered and functional therapy goals utilizing evidence-based outcome measurement tools.
• Discusses evaluation results, goals, and treatment plans with patient, providing education and support as needed.
• Led and participates in patient discharge planning including developing an in-home program when appropriate.
• Documents patient evaluation and progress, maintaining compliant records for physician communication, insurance carriers, and regulatory agencies.
• Prescribes and recommends appropriate devices necessary to assist patients in performing physical activities such as wheelchairs, mobility aides, bath equipment, and prosthetic and orthopedic devices.
• Partners with physicians and other providers to complete DME delivery and fitting.
• Supports the development of future professionals by supervising and guiding physical therapy students in accordance with academic standards and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborates on research projects and integrates emerging evidence into clinical practice.
• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Requirements

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and physical therapy treatments and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion of Doctoral degree from an accredited school of physical therapy.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.
• CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent and geriatric patients.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, patients and families in providing therapy and exchanging patient progress information.
• Analytical ability to determine priorities, provide input regarding the development of departmental policies, procedures and clinical best practices.
• Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently to transfer and position patients.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and physical therapy treatments and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion of Doctoral degree from an accredited school of physical therapy.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.
• CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent and geriatric patients.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, patients and families in providing therapy and exchanging patient progress information.
• Analytical ability to determine priorities, provide input regarding the development of departmental policies, procedures and clinical best practices.
• Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently to transfer and position patients.

Skills

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and physical therapy treatments and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion of Doctoral degree from an accredited school of physical therapy.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.
• CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent and geriatric patients.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, patients and families in providing therapy and exchanging patient progress information.
• Analytical ability to determine priorities, provide input regarding the development of departmental policies, procedures and clinical best practices.
• Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently to transfer and position patients.

Benefits

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
• Some exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
• May include exposure to community, home, work, school and off-site clinic settings.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about schedule are not specified in the job posting.