Physical Therapist (PT) Job

Responsibilities

• Perform new-patient evaluations/exams
• Diagnose patients; evaluate physical activity limitations
• Create a plan that sets a goal and completion date
• Equip patients with PT intervention techniques/exercises; track progress
• Examine and evaluate new patients
• Establish a diagnosis of condition or conditions and their impact on activity
• Establish a plan goal and time frame
• Prescribe intervention techniques and exercises
• Measure and track intervention effectiveness
• Educate the patient on continuing care

Requirements

• Accredited PT program graduate
• Up-to-date state PT license
• Able to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans
• Work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
• Must be passionate about helping patients who have vestibular, balance, neurological, and fall risk issues
• 1+ year(s) of outpatient neuro/ortho center or vestibular rehab experience
• Graduation from an accredited PT program and current PT license in IL
• Must be able to carry out and progress a skilled treatment plan in outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation setting
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn
• Passion for working with vestibular, balance, neurological, and fall-risk patient population
• Prioritize at least one year working in outpatient neurological or orthopedic center, or previous vestibular rehab experience

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice physical therapy in Illinois
• Must be able to pass a background check

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of vestibular, balance, neurological, and fall-risk patient populations

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

• $60,000 - $75,000 annually

Schedule

• Varies based on patient load and practice needs