Physical Therapist

Why Be A Physical Therapist At Illinois Bone And Joint?We are also hiring at Glenview, Buffalo Grove, Morton Grove, Chicago Park Ridge, and Mount ProspectBenefitsHighly Competitive Compensation StructureStrong base salaryTherapist-friendly Quarterly Bonuses up to $11,500 annuallySign-on BonusProfit Sharing$2000/year towards Continuing EducationABPTRFE Orthopedic Residency Program (Candidates paid full salary while working a reduced schedule)Two to three month mentoring period to ramp up to full caseloadCritical Reasoning Development Seminar for new grads to gain further confidence with assessing and developing a plan of care for common orthopedic conditionsLeadership Development Series geared towards those seeking management or leadership positions and how to tackle communication, coaching, and developing strong teamsCollaborative opportunities with physiciansSurgical observations at IBJI ASCsMonthly Grand RoundsShared EMR for access to operative notes, imaging reports, and communicationIBJI offers a competitive compensation package that includes health, life, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO accrual, as well as 401K, profit sharing, employee assistance program, and disability coverageNew Grad Physical Therapists encouraged to apply!Highland Park is one of the most unique clinics within Illinois Bone & Joint, offering a wide range of specialties, including Sports Medicine Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy, Massage, Pelvic Health, and Dry Needling. The Health Performance Institute, located within the same building, expands our services to support patients seeking comprehensive health (Personal Training/Sport-specific training) and wellness solutions (Massage, Pilates, Acupuncture). This location also provides opportunities for therapists to participate in or help lead our Return to Sport program. Highland Park is a team-focused clinic known for its collaborative culture and supportive work environment.IBJI Rehab offers a wide range of special interest groups to learn and develop from your peers including:Sports MedicineFoot & Ankle GroupManual TherapyVestibular/Concussion RehabPerforming ArtsInnovated Collaborative Programs:OrthoSync: Comprehensive, coordinated surgical and rehabilitative care for Medicare patients undergoing joint replacementsOrthoHealth: Metabolic approach to joint health and weight loss utilizing rehabilitation, health coaching, and nutritional counselingIllinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC, is one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic practices in the United States, with more than 40 locations throughout Illinois and Indiana. More than 160 board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians and surgeons treat children and adults, with expertise in every musculoskeletal specialty.Job SummaryThe Physical Therapist is under the general direction of the Facility Manager. The main focus of the Physical Therapist is to provide superior outpatient rehabilitation services through a collaborative care model with our physicians in order to optimize performance and enhance the quality of function for our patients.ResponsibilitiesExceptional patient careInterprets physician orders, performs initial evaluations and establishes treatment plans and functional goalsResponsible for upgrading and amending the treatment goals as necessary during the episode of careWritten documentation on patient status to physicians per compliance guidelines of IBJI rehabDetermine appropriate discharge timeline and appropriate follow upSupervision of Rehabilitation Technicians with patient care and administrative staff as neededCompliance with daily paperwork. PT/PTAs/ATCs are responsible for documenting all treatment in patient charts in a timely manner (initial evals, daily notes, progress notes, discharges, HEP)Stays current with billing policies and demonstrates ethical billing practicesMaintains active state license by earning appropriate CEUs through outside courses and IBJI sponsored educational opportunitiesDevelops positive relationships with the physician teams at IBJITakes an active role in the patient medial team: office visits with physicians, contact with case managers, etc.Participates in programs sponsored by IBJI: Mentoring, clinical educator, special interest group, community outreachRequirementsGraduate from accredited Physical Therapy ProgramLicensed or eligible to sit for boards in the state of IllinoisAbility to work in a fast paced environmentProfessional and effective writing and verbal communication skillsAbility to lift greater than 25 poundsDemonstrates good understanding of proper body mechanics for lifting, pulling, pushingAbility to be stand and sit for sequences of time greater than 30 minutesAbility to work on a computer for lengthy times during the dayBase salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment.