Talent.com
Physical Therapist-Pelvic Health Full-time 12k Sign-on Bonus
Physical Therapist-Pelvic Health Full-time 12k Sign-on BonusNorthwestern Memorial HealthCare • Dekalb, IL, United States
Physical Therapist-Pelvic Health Full-time 12k Sign-on Bonus

Physical Therapist-Pelvic Health Full-time 12k Sign-on Bonus

Northwestern Memorial HealthCare • Dekalb, IL, United States
job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits : from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Rehabilitation Services at Northwestern Medicine is a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team within our growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 10 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities throughout Chicago, the suburbs and northern Illinois. Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in innovative care delivery, training the next generation of rehabilitation specialists, and pursuing excellence in patient care.

Rehabilitation Services values building relationships with our patients and their families, understanding the needs of our clinical and non-clinical staff, and providing opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and program development. Our integration with hospitals and clinics across Northwestern Medicine make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work. While each of our locations has a unique story, Rehabilitation Services at Northwestern Medicine is unified under one mission - Patients First.

Job Description

  • This position comes with a $15,000 sign-on bonus

See what our staff have to say about working in the rehab department and at Northwestern Medicine!

The Physical Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, 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.

Responsibilities :

  • Develops and administers physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans for patients by providing assessments and selecting appropriate techniques and therapies in order to restore function and prevent disability.
  • Selects and administers appropriate physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans as well as provide patient, family and caregiver education.
  • Participates with other team members in patient discharge planning through verbal and written communications.
  • Provides clear, concise patient care documentation as per departmental standards.
  • Supervises appropriate paraprofessionals and support personnel via monitoring the treatment plans' administration and provides follow-up clinical direction and guidance.
  • Supervises students within departmental clinical education guidelines.
  • Administration of Work :
  • Provides direct patient care for an established 65% of hours worked.

  • Performs appropriate physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations on a regular basis.
  • Designs and implements appropriate treatment plans.
  • Participates in patient charge and home care planning to facilitate the continuity of patient care.
  • Completes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with established policies and standards.
  • Assists in monitoring of quality management indicators.
  • Demonstrate competency through the annual completion of written and demonstration style competency examinations.
  • Leadership / Supervisory Skills :
  • Delegates appropriate responsibilities to subordinates.

  • Promotes philosophy and objectives of NMH and Rehabilitation Services.
  • Present minimum of 1 inservice per year for Rehabilitation Services Department and / or NMH staff.
  • Completes special projects as assigned by the Manager, or Clinical Specialist.
  • Communications / Relationships :
  • Promotes and maintains professional working relationship with peers.

  • Maintains / promotes open communication with internal contacts, nursing and social work.
  • Participates in an ongoing mentorship program.
  • Participates in interdisciplinary rounds.
  • Serves on assigned departmental committees.
  • Attends / contributes to monthly departmental and discipline-specific service meetings.
  • Organizational Expectations :
  • Adheres to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

  • Adheres to the Code of Ethics, Customer Service Standards and the Patients First mission as demonstrated through positive patient / guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, formulating and meeting developmental goals.
  • Work Environment :
  • The work involves potential risks which require use of safety precautions, use of safe practices with patients, clinical and office equipment (including universal precautions); avoidance of trips and falls, use of body mechanics; and observation of fire and safety regulations. It is the responsibility of the employee to be familiar and compliant with these procedures.

  • Demonstrates responsibility for assessing, treating, caring for adults (18-64 years), and geriatrics (65+) from a developmental perspective.
  • Physical / Visual / Mental Qualifications of the Position :
  • The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions.

  • Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable the individual with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to :
  • Provide clear and effective communication to physicians, patients, families, guests and other members of the health care team.

  • Respond to emergency signals and indicators.
  • Push / pull patients in wheelchairs / carts (100-300 lbs.) for short distances.
  • Push / pull supplies and equipment weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Lift patients up to 80 lbs. or with assistance up to 200 lbs.
  • Visually assess and monitor patients efforts at mobility.
  • Observe and comprehend written format in a medical chart.
  • Provide physical assistance to patients during mobility training.
  • Determine patients' verbal responses during evaluation and treatment activities.
  • Display concentration and attention span for brief and extended periods of time (up to 90 minutes) to perform tasks including patient evaluations, patient treatments, participation discharge panels, participation in continuing education activities).
  • Commute between office space and patient treatment locations.
  • AA / EOE.

    Qualifications

    Required :

  • Physical Therapy License, Illinois Department of Professional Regulations.
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy if graduate before 2002. Master of Science or Doctorate in Physical Therapy if graduate after 2002.
  • Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
  • Ability to lift / carry weight of up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to push / pull with 50 pounds of force.
  • Additional Information

    Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer 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.

    Current employees and former employees that have terminiated in the last year are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Physical Fulltime • Dekalb, IL, United States

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    Physical Therapist

    Physical Therapist

    Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Smith • Maple Park, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Physical Therapist Career Opportunity.Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Care First.Are you seeking a fulfilling career that feels like home and lets you make a meaningful impact? At Encompass ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist - $2,480 per week

    Travel Physical Therapist - $2,480 per week

    TheraEx Therapy • Sycamore, IL, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    TheraEx Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sycamore, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements. At TheraEx we strive to be the ONE STOP SHOP for our Providers and Clini...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist - $2,480 per week

    Travel Physical Therapist - $2,480 per week

    TheraEX Staffing Services • Sycamore, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    TheraEX Staffing Services is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sycamore, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements. At TheraEx we strive to be the ONE STOP SHOP for our Providers...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist Sycamore IL

    Physical Therapist Sycamore IL

    Healthcare Recruitment Counselors • Sycamore, IL, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Physical Therapist Sycamore IL.We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Physical Therapist to join our team in Sycamore, IL. We are looking for a Physical Therapist to improve our patients’ quality ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist - School-Based

    Physical Therapist - School-Based

    Supplemental Health Care • Sycamore, IL, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Supplemental Health Care is working with a school district in Sycamore, Illinois to hire Physical Therapists.For more than 40 years, we’ve specialized in helping healthcare professionals find the a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $1,977 per week

    Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $1,977 per week

    Jackson Therapy Partners • Marengo, IL, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Marengo, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements. We're seeking a full time Physical Therapist to provi...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist

    Physical Therapist

    Athletico Physical Therapy • Dekalb, Illinois, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Position Overview : Athletico’s Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives.We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and cost-effective care that emphasiz...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist Assistant

    Physical Therapist Assistant

    Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute • Sycamore, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Physical Therapist Assistant Career Opportunity.PTA License in IL is required!.Are you on the lookout for a fulfilling career that not only feels like home but also allows you to make a meaningful ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist PT Home Health PRN

    Physical Therapist PT Home Health PRN

    Elara Caring (BW NHHC Holdco, Inc.) • Genoa, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry.Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our miss...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    PRN Physical Therapist - FLORENCE

    PRN Physical Therapist - FLORENCE

    Enhance Rehabilitation • Marengo, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Enhance Rehabilitation is currently seeking qualified Physical Therapists candidates to join our dynamic team.As an Enhance Rehabilitation Physical Therapist, you will be a part of growing team pro...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist - $1,924 per week

    Travel Physical Therapist - $1,924 per week

    Triage Staffing • Marengo, IL, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Triage Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Marengo, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements. Travel Rehab : Physical Therapy Marengo.Shift Details : 8H Days (12 : 00 AM...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist PT Home Health PRN

    Physical Therapist PT Home Health PRN

    Elara Caring • Genoa, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry.Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our miss...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Provisionally Licensed Therapist

    Provisionally Licensed Therapist

    LifeStance Health • Hinckley, IL, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Veterinarian

    Veterinarian

    National Veterinary Associates • SANDWICH, Illinois, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Join a team that truly supports you—personally, professionally, and clinically.Sandwich Veterinary Hospital, a thriving 3-doctor practice in beautiful northern Illinois, is excited to welcome a ful...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist with Sign-On Bonus

    Physical Therapist with Sign-On Bonus

    Signature HealthCARE of Erin • Big Rock, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Signature HealthCARE of Erin is a 164-bed facility with the largest therapy department in the area.We pride ourselves on our rehab-to-home program for short-term patients and our commitment to main...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist

    Physical Therapist

    CORA Physical Therapy • Marengo, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Physical Therapist - Full-Time.Get your career – and your patients – moving.Join the revolution of innovation and passion as a. Our industry-leading programs and treatments.Get ready for a career fi...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist in Sandwich, Massachusetts - $2,250 / week

    Physical Therapist in Sandwich, Massachusetts - $2,250 / week

    VETTED • Sandwich, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Vetted is seeking a Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sandwich, Massachusetts.The assignment starts on ASAP and is 13 weeks long with 8 hour shifts 5 days a week. You must live 60 miles away fr...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem

    Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem

    Renewal Rehab • Sandwich, IL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Must be a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to apply.Exciting opportunity with Renewal Rehab!.Join a leading therapy organization with 30+ years of excellence in care and team development.Why Y...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted