PHYSICAL THERAPIST - PELVIC FLOOR

Min USD $37.43/Hr. Max USD $58.02/Hr. Overview Sign-on Bonuses up to $30,000.00. Jacksonville, IL - Out Patient - PELVIC FLOOR THERAPIST The Physical Therapist I is responsible and accountable for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Emphasis on managing daily clinical caseload efficiently including: effective treatment, and appropriate documentation and billing practices. The therapist I will participate in performance improvement and program development activities in accordance with departmental goals and objectives. Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy. Must be Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state. Current CPR card. Schedule Full Time, Days Qualifications Licensure/Certification/Registry: P.T. license in the State of Illinois or license pending with a valid Authorization to Test letter (ATT) from the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT), is required. The maximum allowable time to practice in a license pending status/under a licensed Physical Therapist is 6 months per licensing regulations. CPR Certification preferred. If applicable, must possess valid Illinois driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (5 year MVR will be required). Responsibilities Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic computer skills required. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with patients, families, peers and other team members as needed for assessment, intervention, and professional development. Must be physically able to lift, support, move patients 50–100 lbs. Perform Patient assessments with patients in a specific service area. Assign a physical therapy treatment diagnosis. Establish plan of care with objective, measurable goals. Provide interventions supported by evidence-based practice in accordance to the established plan of care. Assess the effectiveness of treatment and modify treatment to achieve goals. Plan for discharge. Communicate with patient, family, caregivers and members of team to promote maximum benefit of care. Provide patient care documentation that meets quality standards and supports ethical billing practice. Demonstrate ability to organize workload and manage time effectively. Maintain positive working relationship with patients and referral base. Demonstrate teamwork by routinely offering to help others or assisting others whenever needed. Demonstrate ability to handle difficult and/or stressful situations appropriately. Perform other related work as required or requested. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. #J-18808-Ljbffr