Shirley Ryan AbilityLab·Glenview, Illinois
The Physical Therapist conducts advanced evaluations and delivers evidence-based therapeutic interventions to optimize patient function and mobility. They are responsible for designing individualized rehabilitation programs and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient recovery.
Type of employment: Full time
$82,800.00 annually - $120,000.00 annually
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits [https://www.sralab.org/benefits]
Job Description: Summary
The Physical Therapist serves as a clinical expert in optimizing patient function and mobility through scientifically validated interventions. This role emphasizes the integration of current research, outcome-driven methodologies, and patient-centered care to promote recovery and adaptation to physical limitations.
The Physical Therapist will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.
Conducts advanced evaluations of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems using validated assessment tools to inform individualized treatment plans.
Determines suitability for treatment based on patient evaluation results. Delivers therapeutic interventions based on the latest clinical research and best practice standards.
Designs and continuously adapts rehabilitation programs based on patient progress, emerging evidence, and functional outcome measures.
Establishes patient centered and functional therapy goals utilizing evidence-based outcome measurement tools.
Discusses evaluation results, goals, and treatment plans with patient, providing education and support as needed.
Leads and participates in patient discharge planning including developing an in-home program when appropriate.
Documents patient evaluation and progress, maintaining compliant records for physician communication, insurance carriers, and regulatory agencies.
Prescribes and recommends appropriate devices necessary to assist patients in performing physical activities such as wheelchairs, mobility aides, bath equipment, and prosthetic and orthopedic devices. Partners with physicians and other providers to complete DME delivery and fitting.
Supports the development of future professionals by supervising and guiding physical therapy students in accordance with academic standards and evidence-based practice.
Supports innovation in rehabilitation by collaborating on research projects and integrating emerging evidence into clinical practice.
Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and physical therapy treatments and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion of Doctoral degree from an accredited school of physical therapy.
Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.
Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent and geriatric patients.
Interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, patients and families in providing therapy and exchanging patient progress information.
Analytical ability to determine priorities, provide input regarding the development of departmental policies, procedures and clinical best practices
Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently to transfer and position patients.
Working Conditions
Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
Some exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
May include exposure to community, home, work, school and off-site clinic settings.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.
Requires a Doctoral degree from an accredited physical therapy school and a valid license to practice in the State of Illinois. Candidates must hold current CPR or BLS certification and possess the physical ability to transfer and position patients.
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