Physical Therapist - Flex Staff - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! - JR-1062845-5904

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By joining our team,

you\'ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You\'ll work in

a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed

through words and actions. You\'ll contribute to an innovative culture

that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and

compassion. You\'ll play a role in something that\'s never been done

before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients

achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

**Job Description Summary**

The Physical Therapist will assist patients in reaching maximum physical

performance while adjusting to disabilities. Treats disabled patients

using standard physical therapy therapeutic interventions such as heat,

cold, electricity, traction, ultrasound and exercise. Evaluates patient

motor and neurological capabilities and adapts physical therapy program

as appropriate.

The Physical Therapist will consistently demonstrate support of the

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by

striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing

respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow

employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the

interest of the institute.

The Physical Therapist will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core

Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability,

Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope,

Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence)

while fulfilling job duties.

**Job Description**

**The Physical Therapist:**

- Evaluates patient\'s physical and functional status including

muscular strength, motor functions, reflexes, ambulation skills and

ability to perform activities of daily living.

- Observes and interviews patient, reviews medical history, and

administers sensory tests, muscle tests, range-of-motion exams, and

other evaluation techniques.

- Determines suitability for treatment based on patient evaluation

results, including such physical therapy treatment modalities as

whirlpool, ultrasounds, massage, biofeedback, paraffin and

prosthetics/orthotics and/or monitors or administers the application

of treatment.

- Evaluates patient\'s current pain levels (0-10) and history of

recent pain experience; provides appropriate pain education and

intervention in consultation with physician and pain specialists as

needed; provides ongoing assessment of pain and implementation of

tools for management.

- Establishes therapy goals, and formulates a treatment plan including

exercise, modalities, balance activities, and gait training.

- Discusses evaluation, goals, and treatment with patient and family

and instructs them on the exercise program and in use of equipment.

- Participates in patient discharge planning including developing an

in-home program when appropriate.

- Documents patient evaluation and progress, maintaining records for

physicians and insurance carriers.

- Determines and orders appropriate devices necessary to assist

patients in performing physical activities such as wheelchairs,

canes, crutches and prosthetic and orthopedic devices.

- May participate in the Department education program by teaching and

supervising students.

- Participates in research projects as needed.

- Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest

of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

**Reporting Relationships**

- Reports directly to assigned Clinical Manager, Therapy

Manager-Innovation Center, Therapy Manager-AbilityLab.

**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required**

- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology an physical therapy treatments

and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion of

Doctoral degree from an accredited school of physical therapy.

- Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.

- Current CPR certification required.

- Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child,

adolescent and geriatric patients.

- Ability to interpret growth and development related information to

assure patient needs are met.

- Interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, patients and

families in providing therapy and exchanging patient progress

information.

- Analytical ability to determine priorities, provide input regarding

the development of departmental policies, procedures and budgets,

and assess new programs and recommend changes.

- Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds

frequently to transfer and position patients.

**Working Conditions**

Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme

temperature.

Some exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.

May include exposure to community, home, work, school and off-site

clinic settings.

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