Inpatient Physical Therapist (Full-Time)

Quick Facts

• Role: Inpatient Physical Therapist (Full-Time)

Description

Provide direct inpatient physical therapy care and manage the patient plan of care from initial contact through discharge for functional progress, safety, and outcomes. You will perform evaluations and re-evaluations, document notes and discharge summaries in the EMR, collaborate consistently with treating PT/PTA staff, and provide patient education. The role also includes teaching/mentorship, committee participation, and contributions to continuous improvement and service optimization.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-first care with professional, approachable conduct

• Maintain accurate and timely patient updates and respond to questions/concerns

• Use effective service recovery to resolve issues when they occur

• Maintain primary responsibility over the patient plan of care through timely collaboration with treating PT/PTA(s)

• Complete evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries per department policy; document all notes in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Perform re-evaluations per department guidelines and adjust the treatment plan accordingly

• Provide educational materials and methods appropriate to patient understanding and motivation

• Participate in committees, department processes, and special projects

• Collaborate with the healthcare team (e.g., physicians, nurses, case managers)

• Contribute to continuous improvement, cost reduction, and streamlined work processes

• Serve as a clinical instructor/mentor or observation host when required

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 package supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being

• Benefits eligibility depends on employment classification (sign-on bonus terms may apply if included in the posting)

• Background checks required for newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers