Doctor Of Physical Therapy

Horizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors.

Position Summary:

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients following physician referrals. He/she also assumes administrative duties as delegated by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Essential Functions:

• Performs evaluations, daily visits, re-evaluations, progress notes, and discharge notes on both inpatients and outpatients.
• Communicates findings with PTA(s) following the patient’s care.
• Initiates and updates plan of care as changes occur.
• Charts observations and interventions, completing documentation in a timely manner.
• Implements the patient care plan through providing and delegating direct care.
• Identifies and communicates unusual or abnormal assessments of patient care problems to the physician and/or Rehab Supervisor.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to the referring physician.
• Gathers information from interdisciplinary sources to develop a plan of care.
• Utilizes opportunities during the delivery of treatments to teach and reinforce teaching to the patient, family members, and/or significant others.
• Reviews instructions with patient, family, and/or significant others before transfer or discharge, and sends appropriate forms with patient.
• Follows up on customer complaints as quickly as possible by identifying steps to correct problem, communicating with coordinator/supervisor, implementing plan, and providing feedback to customer.
• Is willing to be flexible to meet patient care needs.
• Provides quality care in compliance with the APTA Code of Ethics

The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital’s goals and objectives.

Position Requirements:

• Graduate with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited DPT program
• Current PT licensure in the State of Illinois
• Some experience in Physical Therapy is preferred
• BLS preferred

Pay Range:

Pay ranges from $38.327/hour to $61.367/hour (rate of pay is based on applicable years of experience)

Position Information:

Location: 1378 S State Road 46 Suite C, Terre Haute, IN 47803

Hours: Monday- Friday 40hrs per week

Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays.

Access to our benefits summary can be found by clicking the link below!

Intrigued? Don’t wait, apply today. We are actively reviewing applicants for the Doctor of Physical Therapy role. Be part of an organization that is dedicated to the growth and development of its colleagues. Here at Horizon Health, our employees speak for themselves. Join our family & begin an incredible career!