Physiatrist Physician (Physician )

Why Be a Physical Therapist at Illinois Bone and Joint?

Illinois Bone and 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.

The 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.

Exceptional patient care

Interprets physician orders, performs initial evaluations and establishes treatment plans and functional goals

Responsible for upgrading and amending the treatment goals as necessary during the episode of care

Written documentation on patient status to physicians per compliance guidelines of IBJI rehab

Supervision of Rehabilitation Technicians with patient care and administrative staff as needed

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 practices

Develops positive relationships with the physician teams at IBJI

Takes 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 outreach

Graduate from accredited Physical Therapy Program

Professional and effective writing and verbal communication skills

Ability to work on a computer for lengthy times during the day

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.

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.