Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist at Illinois Bone and JointIBJI is looking for a dynamic Physical Therapist to work at our growing Mount Prospect location. This clinician will be responsible for working with a wide variety of clients and enjoy a primarily orthopedic caseload where Physical Therapists have the ancillary support to allow them to concentrate on their patients. Experience with hockey and overhead athletes preferred. The therapist will be coordinating with HPI trainers and their athletes on-site.IBJI Rehab offers a wide range of special interest groups to learn and develop from your peers including Sports Medicine, Foot & Ankle Group, Manual Therapy, Vestibular/Concussion Rehab, and Performing Arts.Innovative 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 100 locations and 150 physicians throughout the Chicagoland area, expertise in every orthopedic specialty, and complete diagnostic and rehab services. IBJI's dedicated physicians and staff pair cutting edge technology with modern practice techniques to offer the most beneficial and effective means of recovery. This integration allows us to perform a full-range of collaborative and comprehensive services that directly impact our patients quality of life. IBJI wants to help our patients move better, so they can live better.Job SummaryThe position is under the general direction of the Facility Manager. The main focus of the position is on providing 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.