Physical Therapist

***Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000.00***

Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive care to patients of all ages through the proper utilization of evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Responsible for staff development and advancing the level of clinical expertise within the department.

Education:

Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy required

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

• Current Illinois Licensure as Physical Therapist or eligible for licensure.
• Healthcare Provider or Instructor BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Experience:

2 years experience in Physical Therapy preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to show respect for patient rights by considering their cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values.
• Knowledge of proper procedure for all physical therapy evaluation procedures, modalities, including age-specific, precautions and contra-indications.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.