Physcial Therapist PT Outpatient

Carle Health

Location:

Urbana, IL

Employment Type:

Full Time

Overview

Sign on Bonus Available! $7,500 for more than 1 year experience, $5,000 for less than 1 year experience. Relocation Bonus: $2,500 for more than 50 miles (external candidates only).

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
• Certification & Licensure Requirements: Physical Therapist (PT) License in Illinois upon hire
• Experience Requirements: New graduates will be considered
• Additional Requirements: Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients
• Skills and Knowledge: None specified

• Perform patient transfers with assistance as needed and use correct body mechanics
• Show respect by treating patients and colleagues with dignity and empathy
• Design an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan, and adjust the care based on patient response and evidence
• Educate patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using effective teaching methods
• Evaluate clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care
• Perform examinations using reliable and valid methods relevant to the chief complaint, screening results, and history
• Produce documentation in accordance with the Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP
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• Screen patients to determine effectiveness and need for therapy services, if appropriate
• Use support personnel according to legal and ethical standards, monitor their performance, and provide feedback
• Complete annual education required for DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program if applicable
• Evaluate patients’ impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditions
• Establish plan of care based on functional deficits and patient goals
• Complete objective testing for range of motion, strength, and performance of daily functional tasks
• Complete daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR
• Apply taping for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movement
• Apply therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, interferential, iontophoresis
• Communicate with referring providers on patient progress and treatment recommendations

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,500 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, Carle Health holds Magnet® designations. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine. Carle Health offers opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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