Physical Therapist I Registry
Physical Therapist I Registry
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Job Description
Be a part of a worldclass academic healthcare system UChicago Medicineas a Physical Therapist (Registry) at our Hyde Park location.
In this role as an Physical Therapist youwill examine evaluate test and work to alleviate mechanical physiological or developmental impairments functional limitations disabilities or other health and movement related conditions; classifying these disorders determining a rehabilitation prognosis and plan of therapeutic intervention and assessing the ongoing effects of the interventions.
Job Summary:
The Physical Therapist Registry performs moderately complex physical therapy services/procedures in one of the clinical divisions of the practice on an as needed basis.
Essential Job Functions:
- Evaluates patients utilizing advanced test and measurements; to determine the physical therapy problem/level of function and the expected discharge environment
- Promotes and has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical psychosocial and developmental needs of neonatal pediatric adult and geriatric patients
- Establishes PT interventions based upon the examination and evaluation ; patient/family referring practitioner and therapist goals
- Competently performs physical therapy services utilizing the advanced techniques and procedures
- Instructs patients/families in home programs
- Coordinates patient care with other members of patients health care team
- Provides for continuity of patient care through written and verbal communication with team members and other treating disciplines especially in preparation for planned absences
Required Qualifications:
- Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Current physical therapy license in the State of Illinois or eligible (in process of applying to be completed before employment begins
- Minimum of 2 years clinical physical therapy experience.
- Graduation from an approved physical therapy school with Masters or Bachelors entry level degree in P.T.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care which is age specific/appropriate for the types of patients served.
- Basic computer knowledge /skills to access patient data.
- Appropriate interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with patients/families the multidisciplinary team and external contacts.
- Declaration of intent to develop advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a focused area of clinical practice.
- Graduation from an approved physical therapy school with Masters or Bachelors entry level degree in P.T.
Position Details:
- Job Type: Registry
- Shift: Days
- Work Location: Hyde Park
- Area: Physical Therapy
- CBA Code: NonUnion
Why Join Us
Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the preemployment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a preemployment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a fulltime equivalent 1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits UChicago Medicine.
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