Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Foot Lab

Overview This position is responsible for creating and modifying orthotics. Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, modifying plan of care as appropriate. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. Sign-on Bonus and Relocation New graduates with less than 1 year of experience post-graduation and licensure: $5,000 Candidates with at least 1 year of experience post-graduation and licensure: $7,500 Relocation available if moving 50+ miles. Qualifications Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Field of Study: Physical Therapy Licenses/Certifications: Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients. Responsibilities – Essential Functions Demonstrates ability to perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed, chair and floor, if applicable. Demonstrates safe and appropriate body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury to self, staff and patients. Demonstrates respect by treating patients and colleagues with dignity and respect, being empathetic and caring, and staying fully engaged. Designs an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan; adjusts care based on patient response and available evidence. Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods. Evaluates clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care. Performs examination, selecting reliable and valid examination methods relevant to the chief complaint, results of screening, and history. Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP67). Screens patients using procedures to determine effectiveness of and need for further therapy, if appropriate. Uses support personnel according to legal standards and ethical guidelines; monitors care delivered by support personnel and provides regular feedback. If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements. Department Specific Job Function Evaluates patients impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditions. Establishes a plan of care based on functional deficits and patients' goals. Completes objective testing for range of motion, strength, and performance of daily functional tasks. Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR. Applies tape for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movement. Completes therapeutic modalities as appropriate including ultrasound, interferential, iontophoresis. Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $36.74 per hour to $63.19 per hour. Compensation offered will depend on experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. EEO Statement Carle Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federally, state or locally protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr