Company DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description1.0FTEExemptThe Physical Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

Selects and administers appropriate physical therapy evaluationsInpatient rehabilitationDevelops and implements collaborative treatment plans.

Provides patient, family and caregiver education.

Participates with other team members in patient discharge planning through verbal and written communicationsProvides clear, concise patient care documentation as per departmental standards.

Supervises appropriate paraprofessionals and support personnel via monitoring the treatment plans' administration and provides follow-up clinical direction and guidance.

Administers physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans for patients by providing assessments and selecting appropriate techniques and therapies in order to restore function and prevent disability.

Designs and implements appropriate treatment plansParticipates in patient discharge and home care planning to facilitate the continuity of patient careCompletes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with established policies and standardsAssists in monitoring of quality management indicatorsDemonstrate competency through the annual completion of written and demonstration style competency examinationsPromotes philosophy and objectives of NMH and Rehabilitation ServicesParticipates in interdisciplinary rounds and team meetingsServes on assigned departmental committeesAttends/contributes to monthly departmental and discipline-specific service meetingsAdheres to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures Adheres to the Code of Ethics,Customer Service Standards and the Patients First mission as demonstrated through positive patient/guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, formulating and meeting developmental goals Additional FunctionsSupervises students within departmental clinical education guidelinesAA/EOE.

QualificationsRequired:

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy. Licensed Physical Therapist in State of IllinoisBLS from American Heart Association upon hirePreferredMasters or Doctoral Degree in Physical TherapyAdditional InformationNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Exception:

New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.