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Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Inpatient Physical Therapist-Part Time

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, Lake Forest, Illinois, United States, 60045

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Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital The salary range for this position is $40.14 - $54.19 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you\'ll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you\'ve been, and we support where you\'re headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Description

The Physical Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization\'s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. A licensed physical therapist who complies with the Code of Ethics/Standards of Practice as outlined by their professional organization and by the State of Illinois. The position includes direct patient care, teaching, participation on appropriate committees and departmental process improvement. Serves as a role model for all therapists and clinical interns in all aspects of professional, clinical, communication, education and leadership activities. RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrates the four NM values of teamwork, patients first, integrity, and excellence in daily work and interactions. Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions to help patients and customers with finding their way. Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur. Maintains primary responsibility over patient plan of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating PT/PTA(s). Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others. Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently. Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time. Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement. Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide. Demonstrates creative problem solving and diversity when adapting the treatment to special circumstances as evidenced by team feedback and documentation. Demonstrates essential skill competencies in selecting the appropriate evaluation in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols. Performs re-evaluations according to department guidelines, adjusting the treatment plan accordingly. Evidenced by chart review. Assumes complete responsibility over the course of physical therapist patient management from initial contact to discharge for functional progress, safety and treatment outcome, maintaining primary responsibility over patient plans of care through collaboration with treating PTA(s). Adheres to department policy regarding evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. All notes are documented in EMR. Completes daily notes that reflect patient\'s response to treatment, actual performance, and an assessment as to status, relevant to the treatment plan and discharge needs, meeting documentation requirements. Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient\'s level of understanding and motivation as evidenced by chart review, observation and team feedback. Participates in committees, department processes and special projects in accordance with clinical expertise and individual performance plan. Works to develop and maintain professional relationships with healthcare team members and participates in department marketing as required. Creates a culture of respectful communication by listening, seeking team input, open and honest conversation, approachability, and timely acknowledgement of contributions. Accepts constructive feedback and makes timely changes as evidenced by coaching forms/chart audits and team feedback. Proactively completes non-patient care responsibilities within established timelines (coverage notes, PTO/schedule changes, etc.). Contributes to educational efforts of the department/clinic (e.g., in-services, journal clubs, new hire orientation) as per department expectations. Actively participates in student clinical or observation programs as a clinical instructor, mentor, or observation host per department expectations. Maintains productivity standards per department expectations. Demonstrates willingness to flex schedule or assignment to meet patient care needs and department meetings outside of normal work hours. Qualifications Required Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Physical Therapy. Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois BLS from American Heart Association upon hire Preferred Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. Job details

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