Physical Therapist II

About the role

In alignment with the UCM Mission, Vision, and Values, the Level II Physical Therapist provides comprehensive assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals within an assigned level of care of the Therapy Services department. This role involves delivering patient care, actively participating in performance and quality improvement initiatives, contributing to clinical research and enhancing evidence-based practice. Reporting to a supervisor, manager or director, the Level II Physical Therapist receives ongoing orientation, coaching, and mentoring from Program Coordinators, Level II/III therapists and leadership. Additionally, this position plays a key role in mentoring PT/PTA students, post-graduate trainees, less experienced therapists, and other health care providers and ensuring high-quality patient care and professional development within the team and across the organization. The position is located in Hyde Park (Chicago, IL), within the Physical Therapy area (CBA Code: Non‑Union, Unit/Department: Physical Therapy – Hyde Park).

Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation: 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.
• Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrates knowledge of and applies patient care protocols that address the physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs of neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric populations.
• Compliance And Standards: Adheres to departmental policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. Actively participates or leads performance and quality improvement activities.
• Intervention Planning And Implementation: Develops physical therapy interventions in collaboration with the patient/family, referring practitioner and treatment team goals. Competently performs appropriate physical therapy techniques and procedures.
• Care Coordination: 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.
• Discharge Planning: Identifies and recommends necessary patient care equipment prior to discharge and assists with procurement as appropriate.
• Documentation And Billing: 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.
• Education: Instructs patients and families in home exercise programs. Provides education on therapy diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.
• Professional Engagement & Leadership: 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.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved physical therapy school.
• Minimum of 2 years’