Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital setting who will treat patients of all ages while collaborating with the medical team.

Details

• Acute care hospital therapy department
• Treats patients of all ages, modifying plan of care as appropriate
• Day shift, Monday through Friday, with one weekend per month
• 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week
• EPIC EMR experience required

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required
• Illinois PT License required if applicable
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• New graduates considered
• Skilled in clinical documentation, physical therapy diagnosis, examination methods, and screening procedures
• Experience with intervention planning, outcome measurement, and family training
• Comfortable supervising support personnel such as PTAs and rehabilitation technicians
• Able to perform patient transfers safely with assistance as needed

Additional Information

• Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students
• Designs individualized plans of care integrating goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge planning
• Adjusts care based on patient response and available evidence
• Educates patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare providers using effective teaching methods
• Provides supervision and regular feedback to support personnel in accordance with regulatory and ethical guidelines
• Collaborates with patients, families, and the medical team throughout the rehabilitation process
• Communicates patient status changes, transfer recommendations, and discharge needs with the care team
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract
• Radius rule of 50 miles applies; local candidates not accepted