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Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC

Physical Therapist

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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.

$87,262 / year median in Illinois

+8% projected growth

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Description Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC (IBJI) , Founded in 1991, IBJI is the largest orthopedic group practice in Illinois. With more than 150 physicians in every orthopedic specialty, IBJI offers care for adults and children from some of the most accomplished and respected orthopedists in the country. Serving northern Illinois and northwest Indiana with over 100 locations, IBJI makes it easy to access care. Our headquarters is in Park Ridge, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago. Our clinical services include advanced MRI imaging, pain management, non-surgical and surgical treatment plans, rheumatology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, wellness, and sports and sports training. Ortho Access walk-in clinics provide same day care for orthopedic injuries. Comprehensive care offered all in one place enables physicians, therapists and staff to work closely together, so that patients and families achieve better outcomes. Collaborative care is also more efficient. In many cases, IBJI services are substantially less expensive than those provided by large healthcare systems and emergency rooms. Why be a
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
at Illinois Bone and Joint? Highly Competitive Compensation Structure Strong base salary Therapist-friendly Quarterly Bonuses up to $11,500 annually Sign-on Bonus Profit Sharing $2000/year towards Continuing Education ABPTRFE Orthopedic Residency Program (Candidates paid full salary while working a reduced schedule) Two to three month mentoring period to ramp up to full caseload Critical Reasoning Development Seminar for new grads to gain further confidence with assessing and developing a plan of care for common orthopedic conditions Leadership Development Series geared towards those seeking management or leadership positions and how to tackle communication, coaching, and developing strong teams Collaborative opportunities with physicians Surgical observations at IBJI ASCs Monthly Grand Rounds Shared EMR for access to operative notes, imaging reports, and communication IBJI offers a competitive compensation package that includes health, life, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO accrual, as well as 401K, profit sharing, employee assistance program, and disability coverage New Grads encouraged to apply! IBJI Rehab offers a wide range of special interest groups to learn and develop from your peers including:
Sports Medicine Foot & Ankle Group Manual Therapy Vestibular/ Concussion Rehab Performing Arts Innovated Collaborative Programs:
OrthoSync:
Comprehensive, coordinated surgical and rehabilitative care for Medicare patients undergoing joint replacements
OrthoHealth:
Metabolic approach to joint health and weight loss utilizing rehabilitation, health coaching, and nutritional counseling Join our dynamic team of therapists at Libertyville IBJI, where we are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care using cutting-edge technology and a constant focus on evidence-based medicine. As one of Illinois Bone & Joint Institute's most energetic clinics, we offer an exciting environment that values collaboration, teamwork, innovative care, and support for constant professional growth. IBJI Libertyville Rehab offers a diverse range of specialties such as sports medicine rehab, vestibular rehab, dry needling, blood flow restriction, and worker's compensation/work conditioning services. We are fortunate to work alongside some of the most respected orthopedic surgeons in the region who value our collaborative care model to maximize our patients' success. If you are a Physical Therapist who is passionate about making a difference in patients' lives while thriving in a supportive and progressive clinic setting, we invite you to explore opportunities with us. We are eager to grow our staff with therapists who share our commitment to excellence in rehabilitation and wellness! Job Summary The Physical Therapist is under the general direction of the Facility Manager. The main focus of the position is on providing superior outpatient rehabilitation services through a collaborative care model with our physicians in order to optimize performance and enhance the quality of function for our patients. Responsibilities Exceptional patient care Interprets physician orders, performs initial evaluations and establishes treatment plans and functional goals Responsible for upgrading and amending the treatment goals as necessary during the episode of care Written documentation on patient status to physicians per compliance guidelines of IBJI rehab Determine appropriate discharge timeline and appropriate follow up Supervision of Rehabilitation Technicians with patient care and administrative staff as needed Compliance with daily paperwork. PT/PTAs/ATCs are responsible for documenting all treatment in patient charts in a timely manner (initial evals, daily notes, progress notes, discharges, HEP) Stays current with billing policies and demonstrates ethical billing practices Maintains active state license by earning appropriate CEUs through outside courses and IBJI sponsored educational opportunities Develops positive relationships with the physician teams at IBJI Takes an active role in the patient medial team: office visits with physicians, contact with case managers, etc. Participates in programs sponsored by
IBJI:
Mentoring, clinical educator, special interest group, community outreach Requirements Graduate from accredited Physical Therapy Program New Grad Physical Therapists eligible to apply Licensed or eligible to sit for boards in the state of Illinois Ability to work in a fast paced environment Professional and effective writing and verbal communication skills Ability to lift greater than 25 pounds Demonstrates good understanding of proper body mechanics for lifting, pulling, pushing Ability to be stand and sit for sequences of time greater than 30 minutes Ability to work on a computer for lengthy times during the day Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off. Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment.