Qualifications:
Required:
- Master's degree or higher
- Over 1 year of Healthcare Setting experience
- Valid Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois (IL)
- Valid Regular Driver License (DL)
Overview:
You will be responsible for providing Physical Therapy services to patients in their homes, assessing patient functioning levels, and developing treatment programs to improve independence and physical/cognitive functioning. You will also be involved in patient and caregiver education, supervision, and reporting on patient progress.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform Physical Therapy assessments and develop treatment programs
- Record and report the patient's reaction to treatment and condition changes
- Instruct patients and caregivers in therapy programs and device use
- Supervise physical therapy assistant and, when appropriate, the certified nursing assistant
- Prepare reports and participate in staff and Agency development activities
Schedule and Shift Details:
- Monday Through Friday
- 8:00a/9:00a-5:00p plus 1 weekend per month (Saturday & Sunday; day shift with scheduled patients)
- 2 holidays (1 summer / 1 winter)
- No on-call
Travel:
- Local travel to residential homes