Physical Therapist - Outpatient Registry/Per Diem

Physical Therapist - Outpatient Registry/Per Diem Job Category : Rehab Services Requisition Number : PHYSI004182 Posted : August 25, 2026 Full-Time On-site Rate : $50 USD per hour Locations Showing 1 location Chicago, IL 60622, USA Description Position Summary: Performs Physical Therapy (PT) evaluation, reassessment and consultation; provides physical therapy plan of care, goals, discharge planning, patient and significant other (SO) education; renders physical therapy services, interventions, use of therapeutic modalities within the practice guidelines of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and other regulatory agencies; and participates in collaborative patient care services. Responsibilities: Provides patient care on age-specific populations as demonstrated by competency Performs PT evaluation, reassessment and consultation upon referral of a physician, dentist or podiatrist Provides plan of care, problem list, treatment goals, patient and family education and discharge planning Provides physical therapy intervention, procedures, services within the practice guidelines of the APTA and other medial regulatory agencies Participates in patient care plans and interdisciplinary discharge planning / continuum of care. Ensures patient safety, patient rights, confidentiality and compliance to the standards of patient care, JCAHO guidelines and other regulatory agencies Identifies areas and opportunities for performance improvement (PI) and demonstrates knowledge of the PI functions Functions as an advocate for the patient and demonstrates excellent customer relations. Ensures the provision of efficient effective and quality patient care services Attends mandated meetings and in-services Pursues continuing education and advancement in clinical knowledge and skills Communicates with physician regarding patient evaluation results, proposed treatment plans and goals, discharge plans, progress updates or changes in the patient's condition Follows the hospital's mission of "Patient First" and "Best Patient Experience" Follows the department specific policies and procedures, maintains an acceptable attendance record Maintains a current professional license, CPR certification and other required job competencies Qualifications: Current Illinois Physical Therapy License Clinical experience is desirable Demonstrated competencies and clinical skills Bilingual (English and Spanish) is highly desirable Physical Demands: Ability to perform physical requirement of lifting, bending, patient transfers and all physical therapy related work maneuvers Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Humboldt-Park-Health