Physical Therapist (DPT, PT)

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapy - Physical Therapist or Doctor of Physical Therapy

Hybrid Position with work in Effingham, Jasper, and Clay Counties

Are you seeking an opportunity for cutting edge work with dedicated support staff who understands and supports development within a private healthcare practice? At Meraki Health, we believe that the key to providing high-quality therapy services is through a team of dedicated and empowered professionals. We provide our team with the training, support, and resources they need to do their job effectively.

About Us

Meraki: meraki [may-rah-kee] (adjective) This is a Greek word that is often used to describe doing something with soul, creativity, or love -- when you put "something of yourself" into what you're doing, whatever it may be.

We believe that the key to providing high-quality therapy services is through a team of dedicated and empowered professionals. We provide our team with the training, support, and resources they need to do their job effectively.

We understand that our team members are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and growth.Meraki Health provides collaborative and multidisciplinary therapy services that help individuals grow in their ability to relate, communicate, and function within their home and community. 

We provide our clients with personalized care that is tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. We understand that every individual is different, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered to achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

• Complete evaluations and documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Supervise PTAs
• Varied caseload including pediatrics age 3+ and adults

Requirements

• Licensure requirements:
  • Current state of Illinois license
• Possess the ability to:
  • Direct and coach caregivers and our multidisciplinary team members
  • Professionally communicate with team members (verbal and written).
  • Pass a background check
• Physical Demands:
  • Ability to kneel, sit (on a chair or the floor) and stand moving easily and quickly from kneel to stand, sit to stand and stand to walk positions.
  • Ability to walk up to a mile in distance.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds easily with no assistance from others.
  • Ability to engage in and support physical activities initiated by children including but not limited to jumping, running, climbing, rolling, sitting/lying on the floor, swinging.
  • Ability to physically support students on indoor/outdoor therapeutic equipment

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Knowledge and experience working with young children and their families
• Experience working on a multidisciplinary team
• Family-centered approach that includes fostering positive relationships and communication

Perks

• 120 hours Paid Leave
• 40 hours of Sick Time Off
• 14 Paid Company Holidays
• 2 weeks of company-wide closure for self-care (July, December)
• 100% vested company 401k with up to 4% Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employer cost shared Health Insurance
  
• Employer cost shared Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employer paid short term disability insurance
• Supplemental insurance offerings
• Competitive wages
• On the job training
• Company paid training for continuing education and credentialing
• Family Friendly work schedule with weekends off
• Woman-owned small locally owned business.

Terms of Employment:

• Part-Time with PRN Option
• Wages: Negotiable