Physical Therapist PT - Inpatient

at  Ascension

DETAILS

• Department: Physical Therapy
• Schedule: 40 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday (off days are Sunday and Monday); will work 1-2 holidays per year, with chance to share/swap with coworkers; full time inpatient PT role, will work in both acute care and inpatient rehab settings within hospital
• Hospital: St. Mary’s Hospital
• Location: Chicago, IL

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Rehab Therapist specializing in Physical Therapy (RPT) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. A valid license pending letter will be accepted until license is issued.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.

• Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient’s condition.
• Establish, revise and evaluate a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family.
• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Oversee activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.