Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM

• Includes 1 Saturday per month
• Limited on-call holiday coverage (approximately 2 per year)

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist performs evaluation, screening, develops a plan of care, and provides direct patient care. Independently develop and implement a physical therapy treatment program utilizing judgment to modify plan of care with a patients changing medical conditions. Conducts educational in-service on benefits of Physical Therapy to patients/families, other disciplines (hospital staff), and to the community. Non-patient related duties includes, but is not limited to, assisting in clerical duties of the department, posting charges, and light housekeeping duties within the Rehabilitation Department. Works under the general and direct supervision of the director and manager of the rehabilitation services department.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred, or Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy with a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Current Illinois Physical Therapist license, or candidate with an approval letter from Continental Testing Services, Inc. for PT licensure examination, in accordance with the Illinois Physical Therapy Act requirements
• CPR certification required

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.