EASTERSEALS CENTRAL ILLINOIS·Peoria, Illinois
The Physical Therapist will provide services in an Assistive Technology Clinic, evaluating needs and recommending adaptive mobility devices like wheelchairs, while also delivering physical therapy for outpatient pediatric rehabilitation and early intervention services.
Position: Physical Therapist – Assistive Technology Clinic
Peoria Service Center, 507 E. Armstrong Avenue, Peoria, IL
Position Type: Part time
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This role is specific to serving as a Physical Therapist in our Assistive Technology Clinic 1-2 days per week. Any additional work hours would be spent serving as a Physical Therapist for outpatient pediatric rehabilitation and/or early intervention services.
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Why Join Easterseals Central Illinois?
Ongoing mentorship from experienced therapists to help you develop new skills and advance in your career.
Access to specialized training in areas like assistive technology, early intervention, aquatic therapy, orthotics, and serial casting to expand your clinical expertise.
Opportunities to grow within the organization, with pathways for advancement into leadership roles or specialized certifications.
Compensation for this position falls within the range of $28.85 – $38.46 per hour. The final offer may be structured as either an hourly rate or a salary, depending on the role classification, and will consider several individualized factors including relevant experience, scope and responsibilities of the role, qualifications and credentials, talent availability and specialization, and organizational needs. This range is subject to change in the future.
All benefits are subject to eligibility, terms, and plan guidelines.
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The Physical Therapist functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, providing Assistive Technology, early intervention, and medical rehabilitation services to clients and their families. The Physical Therapist evaluates clients referred to Assistive Technology Clinic, establishes equipment recommendations and goals, collaborates with client families/vendors/funding sources to obtain equipment, and educates families on equipment use and safety. The Physical Therapist also evaluates clients referred to the Center, established treatment goals, and designs and implements specific treatment programs for individuals. The Physical Therapist assigns and supervises treatment programs to be carried out by support personnel where appropriate.
Assistive Technology Clinic
Completes Assistive Technology Clinic evaluations in conjunction with vendor to assess, trial, and recommend adaptive mobility devices, such as wheelchairs, gait trainers, and standers aimed at promoting children’s independence and mobility.
Composes Letters of Medical Necessity to justify adaptive mobility equipment recommendations from Assistive Technology Clinic for reimbursement.
Provides Assistive Technology Clinic fittings of adaptive mobility devices, including client/family education on equipment use and safety, and follow-up as appropriate for clients served.
Maintains communication between vendors and funding sources regarding status of equipment recommendations, denials, and appeals.
Outpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation/Early Intervention Services
Completes initial evaluation and evaluation report(s) for each client. Establishes individualized therapy goals and generates data for Plan of Care, identifying appropriate treatment diagnoses and therapy recommendations.
Completes progress notes every three to six months or as required.
Provides direct therapy with a focus on client and family priorities addressing functional limitations and participation in daily activities and family routines at service centers, natural environments, and or by telehealth.
Participates in parent/guardian Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and multidisciplinary and caregiver meetings. Attends medical staffing/case studies to participate in interdisciplinary team discussions.
Reports cancellations and no shows to the scheduling team for proper documentation and action. Accurately completes documentation and billing in EHR following payer guidelines.
Develops and instructs family members in home program activities and revises as necessary. Provides parent/guardian/family training during the session regarding HEP and therapy strategies.
Participates as needed or requested in the smooth transition of an individual to a public school program or other placement as necessary. Corresponds with physicians and other professionals involved in the care/treatment of the client/family as necessary and documents in EHR.
Attends program services meetings, discipline meetings, rehab staff meetings, case studies, and in-services.
Completes competencies and maintains established departmental policies and procedures, safety and infection control standards, quality assurance, and accreditation standards of the Center.
Ensures that all requirements for credentialing and licensure are maintained (e.g. Early Interventions credentialing, CPR, Illinois license, certification).
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Easterseals Central Illinois is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Easterseals is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, call 309.686.1177.
A Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university is required, along with licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of Illinois. Experience with assistive technology equipment procurement and writing letters of medical necessity is preferred.
Market context
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