Physical Therapist (Inpatient)

Our Client | Chicago, IL | Full-Time Permanent

Our client, an acute care hospital in Chicago, IL, is recruiting a full-time permanent inpatient Physical Therapist. The role operates under the administrative direction of Rehab Services and Occupational Medicine and the direct supervision of the Physical Therapy Supervisor. The therapist provides care to children and adolescents (8-18 years), adults (19-60 years), and geriatric adults (61 years to end of life), and works with Physical Therapist Assistants and other qualified department staff; benefits include a 401(k) with 4% match, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, and paid time off.

• Perform physical therapy evaluations, including interpreting physician referrals, identifying precautions and contraindications, and assessing mental, emotional, and cognitive status
• Obtain pertinent history from the patient or chart before the initial evaluation
• Set and document measurable short-term and long-term goals; re-evaluate and modify the plan of care as needed
• Plan and implement individualised treatment programs using therapeutic exercise, mobilisation, exercise equipment, and modalities (heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity)
• Evaluate patient response to treatment; recognise and report abnormal physiological and psychological changes
• Instruct patients, families, and healthcare providers on the PT program; include PT recommendations in discharge planning and recommend durable medical equipment as needed
• Complete PT evaluations for Physical Therapist Assistants before delegating; act as a resource for PTAs and physicians
• Participate in patient care conferences, team conferences, clinics, and rounds
• Complete electronic documentation (evaluations, progress notes, home programs, discharge summaries, charges) to department, regulatory, and insurance standards
• Participate in performance improvement, departmental administration, and community and staff education
• Maintain infection control, safety practices, and HIPAA compliance
• Complete clinical competencies and a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education per year

Must-Have

• Physical Therapist (PT) qualification
• Illinois PT licence or eligibility to practise
• Experience performing PT evaluations and assessments
• Experience developing and implementing individualised treatment plans
• Strong skills in therapeutic exercise, mobilisation, and PT modalities
• Experience with patient chart review and clinical documentation / EMR
• Ability to work with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Experience with patient/family education and discharge planning
• Current CPR certification
• Comfortable treating pediatric (8-18), adult (19-60), and geriatric (61+) patients
• Strong verbal/written communication and patient-care skills
• US Citizen or Green Card holder
• COVID-19 vaccination required as a condition of employment, subject to medical or sincerely held religious accommodation

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