PHYSICAL THERAPIST (FT DAYS)

About the Role

The Licensed Physical Therapist at Riverside Healthcare provides expert evaluation and treatment to patients experiencing challenges with mobility, function, and daily living skills due to injury, illness, or disability. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans that address patient needs, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and guiding patients toward their goals of improved independence and quality of life. The Licensed Physical Therapist is an essential member of the rehabilitation team, committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, and functional abilities.
• Develop customized treatment plans that address the patient's unique needs, focusing on improving mobility, strength, coordination, and daily living skills.
• Provide direct therapeutic interventions, including exercises, activities, and use of adaptive equipment to help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and other therapists, to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Educate patients and their families about therapy goals, techniques, and ways to continue progress outside of therapy sessions.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations, safety protocols, and documentation standards.
• Supervise and provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistants and other support staff as needed.
• Meet productivity percentage targets: less than or equal to 79.99 (NI), 80-83.99 (meets), greater than 84 (exceeds).
• Participate in Quality Improvement efforts, such as Journal Clubs, in-services, Magnet, and chart auditing.
• Demonstrate flexibility with assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure.
• Participate in physical therapy care team meetings, case conferences, and continuing education to stay current with best practices.

Non-essential Duties

• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork as needed.
• Assist with inventory management by restocking supplies and reporting equipment needs.
• Actively participate in designated marketing programs (inpatient or outpatient).
• Contribute to community health initiatives and educational programs.
• Provide mentorship or support to physical therapy interns or new staff as needed.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through attending workshops, conferences, and other educational opportunities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a Bachelor’s, Doctorate, or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Illinois.
• Ability to lift and move patients and equipment safely, and to assist with mobility needs as required.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with attention to detail and patient safety.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Sensory Requirements

• Speech: Needed for communication with patients and staff.
• Vision: Needed for reading and patient observation.
• Hearing: Needed for patient communication.
• Touch: Needed for patient evaluation and treatment, writing.

Activity/Lifting Requirements

Average Percentage of Time During the Normal Workday:

• Sit: 10%
• Stand: 30%
• Walk: 30%
• Twist: 5%
• Kneel: 2%
• Squat: 5%
• Bend: 5%
• Reach above shoulders: 5%
• Lift: 10%

Weight Lifted Each Normal Workday:

• Up to 10 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 50 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 75 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
• Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Maximum Consecutive Time (minutes) During the Normal Workday:

• Sit: 60
• Stand: 45
• Walk: 30

Repetitive Use of Hands

• Simple grasp up to 15 lbs: Often
• Pushing & pulling (50-200 lbs): Normal weight
• Fine manipulation: Keyboarding & writing

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards

• Inside hours: 7.5
• Outside hours: 0.5
• Temperature: Normal Range
• Lighting: Average
• Noise levels: Average
• Humidity: Normal Range
• Atmosphere: Normal
• Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical (general use of exercise equipment, computers, modalities, chemical additives for whirlpools, disinfectants).
• Protective Clothing Required: Gown, gloves, or mask when indicated.

Exposure Risks

• Chemicals: Clorazine, Virex, Germicidal wipes, Liquid paper.
• Video Display Terminals: Average
• Blood and Body Fluids: Minimal risk; potential exposure in cases of patient incontinence, open wounds in hydrotherapy, or equipment failure (e.g., catheter or IV breaking).
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: Minimal.

Pay

USD $40.90 - USD $54.20 /Hr