Physical Therapist PD-26521

Summary

The physical therapist provides evidence-based direct and indirect physical therapy services to all patients referred to the department, promoting excellence with the delivery of care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Executes a thorough patient evaluation, obtaining and interpreting data necessary to support a physical therapy diagnosis.
• Provides an evidenced based plan of care for treatment, including functional goals and methods to achieve said goals.
• Adapts treatment environment, tools, equipment, and activities according to the needs of the individual.
• Maintains treatment area, equipment, and supply inventory as required.
• Documents completely per Epic standards using point of care method.
• Participates in all quality improvement projects.
• Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development.
• Supports and demonstrates a team approach with other disciplines.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills.
• Graduate of CAPTE accredited physical therapy program.
• Maintains Illinois License, with supporting minimum of 20CEUs/year (preferred).

Qualifications

• Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Skills

• Effective teaching and communication skills, especially as related for patient and family education.
• Ability to use Epic for timely and accurate patient billing.
• Strives to meet all benchmarking standards for hours worked/units billed.

Benefits

• Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Schedule

Shift 1

8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)