Physical Therapist - Flex Staff - Full time

Physical Therapist

By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery, and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we advance human ability, together.

Job Description

• Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities.
• Treat a variety of patients with disabilities using standard physical therapy therapeutic interventions such as heat, cold, electricity, traction, ultrasound, and exercise.
• Evaluate patient motor and neurological capabilities and adapt physical therapy programs as appropriate.
• Consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of vision, mission, and core values by striving for excellence, contributing to team efforts, and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's physical and functional status including muscular strength, motor functions, reflexes, ambulation skills, and ability to perform activities of daily living.
• Observe and interview patients, review medical history, and administer sensory tests, muscle tests, range-of-motion exams, and other evaluation techniques.
• Establish therapy goals and formulate a treatment plan including exercise, modalities, balance activities, and gait training.
• Discuss evaluation, goals, and treatment with patients and families and instruct them on the exercise program and in the use of equipment.
• Participate in patient discharge planning including developing an in-home program when appropriate.
• Document patient evaluation and progress, maintaining records for physicians and insurance carriers.
• Determine and order appropriate devices necessary to assist patients in performing physical activities such as wheelchairs, canes, crutches, and prosthetic and orthopedic devices.
• May participate in the department education program by teaching and supervising students.
• Participate in research projects as needed.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Requirements

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and physical therapy treatments and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion of a doctoral degree from an accredited school of physical therapy.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.
• Current CPR certification required. Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
• Ability to interpret growth and development-related information to assure patient needs are met.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, patients, and families in providing therapy and exchanging patient progress information.
• Analytical ability to determine priorities, provide input regarding the development of departmental policies, procedures, and budgets, and assess new programs and recommend changes.
• Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently to transfer and position patients.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature. Some exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients. May include exposure to community, home, work, school, and off-site clinic settings. May include regular Saturday and Sunday schedule as well as holidays.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary Range: $73,250.00 annually - $120,000.00 annually
• Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations. Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will vary based on applicant's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity.

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.