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Rush University Medical Center

Physical Therapist

Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Job Description Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Physical Therapy- Acute Work Type:

Full Time (Total FTE 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule:

8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits. Learn more at our Rush benefits page. Pay Range:

$34.89 - $56.78 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. Summary

The Physical Therapist provides evidence-based direct and indirect physical therapy services to all patients referred to the department, promoting excellence with the delivery of care. Responsibilities

Executes a thorough patient evaluation, obtaining and interpreting data necessary to support a physical therapy diagnosis. Provides an evidenced base plan of care for treatment, including functional goals and methods to achieve said goals. Adapts treatment environment, tools, equipment, and activities according to the needs of the individual. Monitors the individual's response to treatment interventions and modifies treatment and plan as indicated. Terminates patient services when maximum benefit or goals have been achieved Monitors own performance and identify supervisory needs. Maintains treatment area, equipment, and supply inventory as required. Documents completely per Epic standards using point of care method. Following standards established for each clinical area. Demonstrates effective teaching and communication skills, especially as related for patient and family education. Demonstrates ability to use Epic for timely and accurate patient billing. Strives to meet all benchmarking standards for hours worked/units billed. Participates in all quality improvement projects. Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development. Participates in available professional and community activities. Supports and demonstrates a team approach with other disciplines. Functions according to the APTA guidelines, the Illinois Physical Therapy Practice Act and standards of the profession. Requirements

0-3 years of Physical Therapy experience. Basic computer skills. Graduate of CAPTE accredited physical therapy program. Clinical Practice Meets all state regulatory requirements Preferred Qualifications

Maintains Illinois License, with supporting minimum of 20CEUs /year. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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