Full/Part-time Physical Therapist, Outpatient Therapy in the Home--Munster, IN & IL South Suburbs

Physical Therapist, Outpatient Therapy in the Home--Munster, IN & IL South Suburbs

The Physical Therapist Provides outpatient quality physical therapy within the patient's own home and acts as a liaison for physician practice to meet the therapy needs of patients. The position is best suited for an outgoing and self-motivated therapist. The position offers a high level of flexibility as well as autonomy to take ownership of a practice and offers a new standard of post-operative care. The position will afford the therapist to spend one on one time with patients and also the latitude to help grow a new service line.

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush provides exceptional, progressive, and cost-effective rehabilitative services through personalized care that emphasizes education and rapid return to improved activities of daily living. This is accomplished through building on our core values of patient/client satisfaction, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement, which are the foundation for our unique culture.

The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked as one of the Top 10 Programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire, DePaul University Athletics, Joffrey Ballet and Chicago Dogs.

Responsibilities

• One on one in home therapy for post-operative patients
• Devise and execute detailed treatment plans for post-operative patients
• The ability to maintain friendly, cordial relations with all clients and employees; maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that results in positive and respectful working relationships.
• The ability to work independently, providing respectful and empathetic patient care at all times.
• Cultivate relationships with patients and the community.
• Provide continuous communication with referring physicians and patient families to ensure a consistent level of care.
• Maintain patient charts, clinical logs and checklists necessary for compliance.
• Set up and monitor home exercise program.
• Provide education specific to diagnosis and symptom management needs.
• Recognizes and responds to priorities in patient care showing initiative and sound judgment.
• Demonstrates willingness to adapt to change in workload and assists with training/orienting others.
• Stays abreast of and complies with all state and federal laws including HIPAA, ADA, OSHA, and FLSA.
• Other projects as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Minimum one-year experience in outpatient setting preferred.

Certificates, License, Registrations

• Current State of Indiana and Illinois Physical Therapy licenses.
• Current CPR Certification.
• BCLS or ACLS.
• Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation and required liability insurance to perform home visit

What's in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $ 80,000 - $100,000 annualized. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Continuing Education of up to $2,500 annualized.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.
• Rapid growth allows for career growth and advancement.
• Strong mentorship program.
• Reasonable productivity requirements that allow for excellent patient care.
• Orthopedic and Sports PT Residencies.

Our employees make the difference in our patients' lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we're all about. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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