A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
The Physical Therapist develops and implements physical therapy programs meant to restore function and improve physical movement. Coordinate care across an interdisciplinary team of care providers, and oversees the work of physical therapy assistants, rehab aides, trainers, or other allied health professionals. Preferred Full-time 40 hrs a week, but also considering Part-time 3 days a week 20-25 hrs a week. Primarily work Mon-Friday.
NO WEEKENDS!
Location:
LaGrange Park, IL. This is a premier Senior Living/Independent Living, Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing as well as an Outpatient clinic. Our staff work in the skilled and outpatient setting. Pay rates are negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. New Grads are welcome to apply. If you have management experience, you can be considered for a more senior level position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Meets with patients to collect medical history, evaluate current physical ability, and develop rehabilitative treatment programs with the goal of maximizing function or reducing pain. Uses therapeutic procedures, exercise, or equipment to restore movement, strength, or flexibility. Coordinate's care across an interdisciplinary team of care providers, and oversees the work of physical therapy assistants, rehab aides, trainers, or other allied health professionals. Periodically re-evaluates patient status and modifies care plan in response. Educates patients and families about expectations throughout the recovery process. Maintain patient confidentiality. Always maintain patient safety. Maintain compliance with Medicare and other quality initiatives. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations. Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education /
Training:
Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy; minimum of one year of experience preferred but new graduates are encouraged to apply. Physical Therapy license. Current CPR certification. Competency in PT evaluation, assessment, care planning and treatment.
Specialized Knowledge/Skills:
Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work as part of a team. Oral and written communication skills. Problem/situational analysis. Ability to identify and seek needed information. Detail-oriented. Customer/client orientation.
Physical Requirements:
Varied activities including sitting, walking, squatting, stooping, lifting, bending, reaching. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and to lift 100 pounds. Must be able to use a variety of equipment including telephone, writing instruments, PC, fax and physical therapy equipment. Benefits We proudly offer a generous benefit package to full-time and regular part-time employees. From paid time off to health care coverage to a 401(k) Company sponsored retirement plan, we believe in taking care of and supporting those who make us great.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Paid Time Off 6 Company Paid Holidays Bereavement Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan (Including Company Match Program) Life and AD&D Insurance (Including Employer Paid Coverage) Short Term Disability 100% Employer Paid Long Term Disability Accident Insurance Critical Illness insurance Health Savings Account (Including Company Seed Money) Medical Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education Allowance Professional Membership Dues Derrick Green The JAG Group www.thejaggroup.com dgreen@thejaggroup.com 404-405-6465
Job Types:
Part-time, PRN, Full-time Pay:
$90,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account License reimbursement Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Travel reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
