The Physical Therapist will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate physical therapy treatment programs for home health patients. They will facilitate patient progression toward optimal levels of self-care and functional independence.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a licensed Physical Therapist in Illinois or eligible for licensure and have a minimum of one year of clinical experience or comprehensive clinical affiliations. Proficiency in home-based therapy equipment and basic computer skills are also required.
Central: Country Club Hills, Flossmoor, Homewood, Markham, Hazel Crest and East Hazel Crest Pay Range $44.15 - $66.25 Physical Therapist (PT) – Home Health Case Manager Up to $10,000
Sign-On
Bonus
Schedule &
Coverage
Area
Schedule:
Day shift
Primary
Coverage
Area: South Suburban Chicago communities, Country Club Hills, Flossmoor, Homewood,
Markham,
Hazel
Crest and
East
Hazel
Crest
Sign-On
Bonus
Details: This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, subject to applicable taxes. The employee must remain in this position at the time of payout. Current internal team members are not eligible. Position Highlights Physical Therapists with Advocate at Home enjoy the autonomy of managing their own caseload while being supported by a reputable, stable, and values-driven organization. As part of Advocate’s integrated healthcare system, Home Health Physical Therapists work independently while collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members. As a Home Health Case Manager, the Physical Therapist establishes meaningful relationships with patients and families while assessing and addressing mobility, safety, communication, and durable medical equipment needs. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact by helping patients safely recover and regain independence in the comfort of their homes. What You Need Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure) Minimum of one (1) year of Physical Therapy clinical experience, or completion of diverse and comprehensive clinical affiliations Proficiency in the use of home-based therapy equipment and assistive devices (e.g., bands, weights, Hoyer lifts) Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and email; ability to learn electronic scheduling and documentation systems Strong verbal, written, and documentation skills Excellent interpersonal, time management, and self-organization skills What You Will Do Travel extensively within assigned geographic boundaries in all weather conditions Work rotating weekends and holidays based on patient needs and assigned workload Attend mandatory informational, educational, and branch meetings Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate physical therapy treatment programs for home health patients Facilitate patient progression toward optimal levels of self-care and functional independence Physical Requirements
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Plans
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
This role requires the full range of body motion, including: Bending, sitting, and standing Climbing stairs while carrying objects Pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, and carrying a minimum of 25 pounds Assisting with patient ambulation on flat surfaces and stairs Performing patient transfers using pivot techniques, transfer boards, or Hoyer lifts Providing treatment on standard beds in the home environment
Lifting
Requirements: Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts exceeding 35 pounds or when the patient cannot assist, appropriate patient-handling equipment and additional staff support are expected when available. Unique situations will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Key
Accountabilities
Quality of
Care: Ensures the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care in alignment with
Advocate’s
MVP of
Stewardship
Care &
Service
Coordination: Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to provide an integrated approach to patient care following
Advocate’s
MVP of
Partnership
Leadership &
Professional
Development: Demonstrates respect, collaboration, and professionalism consistent with
Advocate’s
MVP of
Excellence
Patient
Relationships: Develops and maintains restorative, therapeutic relationships with patients and families throughout the continuum of care, aligned with
Advocate’s
MVP of
Compassion
Business
Development &
Growth: Demonstrates productivity-focused behaviors and an understanding of healthcare economics
Patient
Education: Supports patient and family learning to promote safety, independence, and optimal outcomes
Our
Commitment to
You:
Advocate
Health offers a comprehensive suite of
Total
Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.
Combined,
Advocate and
Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care
