Job detail

Staff physical therapist ii - Home health

Memorial Health

#Mentoring #CPR Certification #Patient Assessment #Teamwork #Performance Improvement #Physical Therapy #Plan of Care #Communication Skills #Illinois License

Quick overview

The Physical Therapist II is responsible for providing examinations, evaluations, and therapy interventions in accordance with established policies. They will also communicate with patients and team members to ensure effective care and participate in educational activities.

Requirements summary

A Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy is required, along with a valid P.T. license in Illinois and current CPR certification. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and the ability to lift patients weighing 50-100 lbs.

bachelor degreeTeamworkCommunicationTime ManagementDocumentationMentoringProblem SolvingPatient AssessmentPatient CareTreatment PlanningProgram DevelopmentPhysical TherapyPerformance ImprovementBasic Computer SkillsClinical InstructionEvidence Based PracticeCommunity Education

Job description

Min USD $40.80/Hr.
Max USD $63.24/Hr.
Overview The Physical Therapist II is responsible and accountable for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
The Therapist II will share their knowledge base through: serving as a clinical instructor for students, mentoring new staff, and participating in community education activities.
The Therapist II will participate in performance improvement and program development activities.
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or entry level equivalent is required.
Must be Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state.
Current CPR card.
Schedule Part-Time, Days Contact me if interested at Watson.Kari@mhsil.com or schedule a call with me to discuss at https://MemorialHealthIL.as.me/KariWatson To review Memorial's Benefits click here: Benefits - Memorial HR

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registry: P.T. license in the State of Illinois required. CPR Certification preferred. If applicable, must possess valid Illinois drivers license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (5 year MVR will be required).

Experience

2 yrs of experience required.
Other
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Achieves & maintains 11-20 points on the Clinical Ladder Grid. Basic computer skills required. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with patients, families, peer and other team members as needed for assessment, intervention, and professional development. Must be physically able to lift, support, move patients 50 – 100 lbs. Universal Precautions Category I.

Responsibilities

Perform Patient assessments with patients in a specific service area. Assign a physical therapy treatment diagnosis. Establishes plan of care with objective, measurable goals. Provides interventions supported by evidenced based practice in accordance to the established plan of care. Assesses the effectiveness of treatment and modifies treatment to achieve goals. Plans for discharge. Communicates with patient, family, caregivers and members of team to promote maximum benefit of care. Provide patient care documentation that meets quality standards and supports ethical billing practice. Demonstrates ability to organize workload and manage time effectively. Maintains positive working relationship with patients and referral base. Demonstrates teamwork by routinely offering to help others or assisting others whenever needed. Demonstrates ability to handle difficult and/or stressful situations appropriately. Shares knowledge through service as a clinical instructor and mentoring new staff. Shares knowledge with department and community through participation with educational offerings. Performs other related work as required or requested. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.