Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist JOB SUMMARY The staff Physical Therapist is responsible for initial evaluation and establishment of the treatment plan and goals in coordination with the referring physician of patients of all ages served: neonates, pediatrics, young adults, adults, and geriatrics. The Physical Therapist performs physical therapy treatment, administers physical therapy modalities and therapeutic exercise, and provides patients and their families with education. The Physical Therapist supervises and delegates tasks to the Physical Therapist Assistant. The Physical Therapists will participate in team conferences/care planning. The Physical Therapist maintains effective communication with referring physicians. The Physical Therapist may serve as a clinical instructor of Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant students. Physical Demands: Must be able to see, hear, read, write, and communicate effectively; prolonged, extensive or considerable standing and walking; frequently lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients and equipment; must manipulate small objects with dexterity; frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; and occasionally lift more than 100 pounds. Qualifications Education: Physical Therapist must be a graduate of an AMA-APTA approved school of physical therapy with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy or equivalent in Physical Therapy. Licensure: Must have an active license for the state of Illinois or a permit from the licensing board awaiting licensure. Additional Information Position Type : Full Time Shift : Day Hourly Wage: $42.00 - $65.43 per/hour (Actual wage depends on experience.) Contact Information Elizabeth Wise - Human Resource Director Human Resources 900 North Washington Street Du Quoin, IL 62832 Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Marshall Browning Hospital