Physical Therapy Resident- Acute Care
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system UChicago Medicine as an Acute Care Physical Therapy Resident at the Hyde Park campus.
Through our alliance with Shirley Ryan Abilitylab the top rehabilitation hospital in the country we provide the most effective rehabilitation therapies combined with our advanced academic health care. And as a benefit of employment staff have free access to not only all the UCM educational opportunities but also the SRAlab online Academy webinar catalog (over 190 on-demand and live rehabilitation-specific courses); as well as first access and free enrollment in live in-person courses; and access to SRAlab resources and evidence-based practice tools.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduation from an approved physical therapy school. Entry level degree as required by licensing standard (post baccalaureate masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy).
- CPR Certification.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care which is age specific/appropriate for the types of patients served.
- Basic computer knowledge /skills needed for patient care advancing education and research applications.
- Appropriate interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with patients/families the multidisciplinary faculty and external contacts.
- Declared ambition to become an American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties clinical specialist in an associated area of PT practice.
- The willingness and acknowledgement that participation in the residency will take self-directed initiatives and study outside of defined work schedule to accomplish all required tasks.
- Strongly encouraged to have minimum 16 weeks of clinical exposure to patients in declared area of specialty (including clinical rotation or volunteer experience).
License/Certifications:
- Current physical therapy license in the State of Illinois CPR Certification
Position Details:
- Job Type/FTE: Full Time (0.9)
- Shift: Days
- Unit/Department: Therapy
- Work Location: Hyde Park
- CBA Code: Non-Union
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.
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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.
As a condition of employment all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical background check drug screening and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
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 full-time 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.
Key Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Front Desk
- Teaching
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
UChicago Medicine provides superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each patient's dignity and individuality.
