Job Details

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to provide outpatient rehabilitation services to adult patients with orthopedic, musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional conditions. The PT will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, provide therapeutic interventions, and help patients improve mobility, strength, and functional independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, and functional mobility training.
Treat orthopedic, musculoskeletal, post-operative, neurological, and chronic conditions.
Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
Educate patients on home exercise programs, injury prevention, body mechanics, and self-management.
Recommend and train patients in the use of appropriate assistive devices.
Maintain accurate treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge documentation.
Communicate with referring providers and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Participate in care planning, quality improvement, and continuing education activities.
Follow infection prevention, HIPAA, patient safety, and organizational policies.

Required Qualifications:

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in the state of Illinois.
Current BLS certification required.
Minimum 1 year of recent outpatient physical therapy experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of orthopedic rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, and functional mobility.
Excellent clinical judgment, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Experience with EMR systems preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience treating adult orthopedic and post-surgical patients.
Experience with sports injuries, chronic pain, balance disorders, or neurological conditions.
Outpatient clinic experience preferred.
Orthopedic or other specialty certification preferred.
Strong patient education and exercise prescription skills.
Ability to manage multiple patients efficiently in an outpatient setting.
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Pay Rate
$59.71 - $64.58/hour

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