Physical Therapist (Pt) - Acute Therapy

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Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Therapy

Department: Therapy Hospital Svcs

• CFH_10_20

Usual Schedule: M-F 8:30a-5p

Regions:

On Call Requirements: None

Job Category: Allied Health

Work Location: Carle Foundation Hospital

Employment Type: Full

• Time

Nursing Specialty:

Job Post ID: 31231

Secondary Job Category: Therapy Services

Experience Requirements: None

Weekend Requirements: 1 weekend per month

Education Requirements: Bachelors Degree

Shift: Day

Location: Urbana, IL

Holiday Requirements: Department Rotation

Other Posting Information:

$5000 Sign On Bonus $2500 Relocation Bonus (over 50 miles)

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, modifying plan of care as appropriate. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Physical Therapist (PT) License Illinois upon hire and Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

New graduates will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients

• Continuing education requirements for this position may include one (1) hour, four (4) hours, or eight (8) hours of content that is assigned by the organization to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Certification requirements. This content will only apply to those directly assigned to the total joint replacement practices and will be communicated to the applicable staff member by the immediate supervisor. This requirement is subject to change pending updates to DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Certification standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrates ability to perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed, chair and floor, if applicable. Is aware of and demonstrates safe and appropriate body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury to self, staff and patients.

• Demonstrates respect by treating our patients and each other with dignity and respect, being empathetic and caring, and staying fully engaged with those who need our services.

• Designs an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan. Adjusts the care based on patient response and available evidence.

• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.

• Evaluates clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care.

• Performs examination, selecting reliable and valid examination methods relevant to the chief complaint, results of screening, and history.

• Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP67).

• Screens patients using procedures to determine the effectiveness of and need fortherapy services, if appropriate.

• Uses support personnel according to legal standards and ethical guidelines. Monitors the care delivered by support personnel and provides regular feedback.

• Evaluates and implements intervention plans utilizing activities that are functional in nature and take into consideration the functional and emotional needs of the patient/family. Modifies approach in response to patient behavior and performance.

• Utilizes standardized outcomes measures in a uniform manner to ensure functional performance is accurately reflected.

• Completes documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

• Collaborates with patient, family and significant others throughout the rehabilitation process and provides education/family training as necessary.

• Provides supervision to PTA and rehabilitation technicians in accordance with regulatory agencies.

• Clearly communicates patient performance, change in status, activity/transfer recommendations, and recommendations for discharge disposition and equipment required for the next level of care with the medical team.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

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