Physical Therapist-Pelvic Floor Outpatient Full Time Day/Evening Sign On Bonus Eligible

Physical Therapist - Pelvic Floor Outpatient (Full Time Day/Evening) At Northwestern Medicine, we empower clinicians to provide world‑class care. This full‑time role blends direct patient care, teaching, committee participation, and continuous improvement initiatives. $5,000.00 Sign On Bonus Eligible Internal employees and employees rehired within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Pelvic Floor Experience Required. Job Details This position is full time—80 hours per pay period, day/evening shift with two evenings until 7:00 p.m. The department may consider five 8‑hour days/week or four 10‑hour days/week. No weekends. Responsibilities Demonstrate the four NM values of teamwork, patients first, integrity, and excellence in daily work and interactions. Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions to help patients and customers with finding their way. Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur. Maintains primary responsibility over patient plan of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating PT/PTA’s. Demonstrates teamwork by helping co‑workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others. Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently. Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time. Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement. Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide. Demonstrates creative problem solving and diversity when adapting the treatment to special circumstances as evidenced by team feedback and documentation. Demonstrates essential skill competencies in selecting the appropriate evaluation and use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols. Performs re‑evaluations according to department guidelines, adjusting the treatment plan accordingly. Evidenced by chart review. Assumes complete responsibility over the course of physical therapist patient management from the time of initial contact to discharge for functional progress, safety and treatment outcome as evidenced by team feedback and documentation. Maintains primary responsibility over patient plans of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating PTA(s). Adheres to department policy regarding evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. All notes are documented in electronic medical record (EMR). Completes daily notes that reflect patient’s response to treatment, actual performance, and an assessment as to status, relevant to the treatment plan and eventual discharge needs as evidenced by chart review, meeting all documentation requirements (e.g., allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, supports reimbursement). Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient’s level of understanding and motivation as evidenced by chart review, observation and team feedback. Participates in committees, department processes and special projects in accordance with clinical expertise and individual performance plan. Works to develop and maintain professional relationships with members of healthcare teams (ex: physician, nurse, case manager). Participates in internal and external marketing per department expectations. Creates a culture of respectful communication by listening, asking for team member input, open and honest conversation, approachability, and timely acknowledgement of individual and team contributions. Accepts constructive feedback and can make timely changes as evidenced by written coaching forms/chart audits and team feedback. Proactively completes non‑patient care responsibilities within established timelines (coverage notes, PTO/schedule change requests, bonus pay forms and follow‑up phone calls). Contributes to educational efforts of department/clinic (e.g., in‑services, journal clubs, new hire orientation, PI) as per department expectations. Actively participates in student clinical or observation programs by serving as a clinical instructor, mentor, or observation host as per department expectations. Maintains productivity standards per department expectations. Demonstrates willingness to flex schedule or assignment to meet patient care needs, staff meetings and department specific meetings outside of normal work hours. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois. BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire. Preferred: Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy. Benefits Northwestern Medicine offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio that supports physical, emotional, and financial well‑being, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits. Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and re‑hires who left Northwestern Medicine within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family. Equal Employment Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that grants permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern Medicine