Physical therapist II

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as a Physical Therapist II at our Hyde Park location. Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers in a detail-driven and influential role. Our employees deliver world-class care in an environment where opinions are respected, decision-making is rewarded, and teamwork is the order of the day.

About the role

The Physical Therapist II performs advanced/specialized physical therapy services/procedures and consultations, primarily in an area of advanced clinical competency and/or specialty certification. The PT II develops clinical programs within their area of expertise and provides training to other staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive evaluations using appropriate tests and measurements to determine physical therapy problems, functional levels, and recommended treatment plans.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to establish patient disposition.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and applies patient care protocols that address the physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Actively participates or leads performance and quality improvement activities.
• Develops physical therapy interventions in collaboration with the patient/family, referring practitioner, and treatment team goals.
• Competently performs appropriate physical therapy techniques and procedures.
• Ensures continuity of care through timely and effective written and verbal communication with team members and other treating disciplines, particularly when planning absences.
• Attends rounds, conferences, and clinics as assigned, providing patient updates and discharge recommendations.
• Identifies and recommends necessary patient care equipment prior to discharge and assists with procurement as appropriate.
• Accurately documents evaluations, progress notes, and all procedures performed within established timeframes.
• Completes compliant, timely, and accurate patient billing at the end of each day.
• Instructs patients and families in home exercise programs.
• Provides education on therapy diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.
• Seeks an advanced level of practice or specialty.
• Participates in departmental and/or organizational committees as assigned.
• Assumes lead responsibility in the absence of the supervisor or manager as assigned.
• Supports department operations through logistics, scheduling, and environment-of-care tasks.
• Performs other duties as requested by Therapy Services management.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved physical therapy school.
• Minimum of 2 years’ clinical physical therapy experience.
• Declaration of intent to develop advanced, clinical knowledge and skills in a focused area of clinical practice.
• Demonstrated sustained active engagement in performance and quality improvement initiatives and/or program development.
• Completion of APTA CI Credentialing Course.
• Current physical therapy license in the State of Illinois (or eligibility to practice) and CPR/BLS certification.
• Advanced clinical knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific and appropriate care for the patient populations served.
• Demonstrated consistent accomplishment of basic accountabilities and initiative and leadership to take on additional responsibilities.
• Proficiency in supervision and mentorship of staff and students.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, the multidisciplinary team, and external partners.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $1,500.

Schedule

• Full-Time (1.0 FTE).
• Shift: Days – 8 hours.

Job Location: Hyde Park (Chicago, IL).