Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - University

Christie Clinic's department of Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist for our out-patient clinic on University in Champaign, from Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm, with no weekends or holidays.

Excellent benefits and the ability to specialize if desired. New Graduates of accredited Physical Therapy program welcome. Bachelor's degree in specialty required, Master's or Doctorate preferred, License to practice in state of Illinois required. Lymphedema certified with OT experience preferred.

This provider will evaluate, plan, interpret and implement specific physical therapy treatment programs for patients. This position will interact and practice in collaboration with a variety of health professionals.

JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)

• Interact and practice in collaboration with a variety of health professionals.
• Consult, educate and engage in critical inquiry. Clarify referring provider’s instructions and recommendations as needed.
• Direct and supervise the Occupational Therapy services, including support personal.
• Examine, evaluate and establish Occupational Therapy diagnosis and prognosis.
• Establish plan of care and treatment program in coordination with support staff and medical staff.
• Facilitate coordination and communication of relevant patient information with pertinent members of the medical team and the patient.
• Document patient information into the chart per department and AOTA guidelines in a timely fashion.
• Maintain patients’ records, and charts per insurance guidelines.
• Instruct patients, families, caregivers and communities in activities to promote and optimize the occupational therapy services.
• Select, apply and modify procedural interventions based on the patient evaluation.
• Evaluate charts and reports on patient's progress. Review and co-sign Occupational Therapist Assistant notes in timely fashion.
• Select most appropriate billing codes. Demonstrate understanding of insurance rules/regulations and billing practices.
• Recommend occupational therapy policies and procedures concerning services provided. Maintain quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Recommend solutions to patient care and department problems.
• Conduct and participates in clinic educational programs.
• Assist with data collection and prepare reports. Maintain patient statistics.
• Maintain unit in a clean and orderly manner. Keep equipment in good working condition.
• Perform related work as required.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 75 pounds. Other demands include the ability to use department equipment, the ability to facilitate prescribed treatment, including patient handling and the ability to communicate nature of treatment to patient and prepare provider's report. Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a clinical setting with possible exposure to diseases, toxic substances, radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a clinic environment. Requirements may include working irregular hours.

PAY AND BENEFITS:

The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.

We also offer a substantial benefits package, including:

· Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday)

· Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Account

· 401k Plan

· Medical Flexible Spending Account

· Health Insurance

· Identity Theft Protection

· Dental Insurance

· Malpractice/Professional Liability Coverage

· Vision Insurance

· Continuing education reimbursement

· Group Term Life Insurance

· Relocation expense reimbursement

· Long Term Disability

· Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance