Outpatient Physical Therapist

Quick Facts

• Role: Outpatient Physical Therapist (1.0 FTE), full-time day shift
• Focus: Direct patient care, plan-of-care management from initial contact through discharge

Description

Provide licensed outpatient physical therapy care with primary responsibility for the patient plan of care through evaluation, treatment, re-evaluation, documentation, and discharge. Collaborate consistently with treating PT/PTA team members and contribute to committee work, departmental processes, and process improvement. Serve as a role model for professional practice, communication, education, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-first, integrity-driven, team-based care in daily work
• Maintain primary responsibility over patient plan of care through timely collaboration with treating PT/PTA(s)
• Select appropriate evaluations and treatment modalities, equipment, and protocols; perform re-evaluations per department guidelines
• Manage the full course of physical therapist patient management from initial contact to discharge, supporting safety, functional progress, and outcomes
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Produce daily notes reflecting response to treatment, performance, and assessment for plan-of-care decisions
• Provide educational materials and methods aligned with patient understanding and motivation
• Participate in committees, department processes, and special projects
• Work with the healthcare team (e.g., physicians, nurses, case managers) and support department marketing expectations
• Support continuous improvement, cost reduction, and streamlined workflows

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois
• BLS from the American Heart Association upon hire

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits designed to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events (details available via the company benefits page).