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 Illinois Physical Therapy license.
• Current CPR Certification.
• BCLS or ACLS.
• Valid IL Driver’s License, reliable transportation and required liability insurance to perform home visit

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please provide your salary requirements. If you are open, please provide a range.

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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