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Physical Therapist Innovative Mobile Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist Innovative Mobile Physical TherapyNorthwestern Memorial Healthcare • DeKalb, Illinois, USA
Physical Therapist Innovative Mobile Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist Innovative Mobile Physical Therapy

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • DeKalb, Illinois, USA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join Our Innovative Mobile Physical Therapy Team!

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an evolving care model that emphasizes flexibility patient-centered care and clinical innovation.

Were hiring for a Physical Therapist role on our Mobile Team which delivers outpatient physical therapy directly in patients homes. This role also includes the use of telehealth services to support patient care.

The ideal candidate is :

  • Adaptable and comfortable working across various care settings
  • Passionate about delivering high-quality personalized care
  • Values flexible scheduling which may include daytime or evening hours based on clinician and patient preferences

Primary coverage area : DeKalb / Sycamore / Sandwich area

The Physical Therapist reflects the mission vision and values of NM adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

  • A licensed physical therapist who complies with the Code of Ethics / Standards of Practice as outlined by their professional organization and by the State of Illinois.
  • The position includes direct patient care teaching participation on appropriate committees and departmental process improvement.
  • Serves as a role model for all therapists and clinical interns in all aspects of professional clinical communication education and leadership activities.
  • Responsibilities :

  • Demonstrates the four NM values of teamwork patients first integrity and excellence in daily work and interactions.
  • Presents a friendly approachable professional demeanor and appearance.
  • Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers.  Addresses questions and concerns promptly or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so.  Provides directions to help patients and customers with finding their way.
  • Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.
  • Maintains primary responsibility over patient plan of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating PT / PTA s.
  • Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments.  Communicates effectively with others respects diverse opinions and styles and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
  • Uses organizational and unit / department resources efficiently.
  • Manages work schedule efficiently completing tasks and assignments on time.
  • Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
  • Participates in efforts to reduce costs streamline work processes improve and grow services we provide.
  • Demonstrates creative problem solving and diversity when adapting the treatment to special circumstances as evidence by team feedback and documentation.
  • Demonstrates essential skill competencies in selecting the appropriate evaluation in the use of treatment modalities equipment and protocols.  Performs re-evaluations according to department guidelines adjusting the treatment plan accordingly.  Evidenced by chart review.
  • Assumes complete responsibility over the course of physical therapist patient management from the time of initial contact to discharge for functional progress safety and treatment outcome as evidenced by team feedback and documentation.  Maintains primary responsibility over patient plans of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating PTA(s).
  • Adheres to department policy regarding evaluations progress notes and discharge summaries.  All notes are documented in electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Completes daily notes that reflect patients response to treatment actual performance and an assessment as to status relevant to the treatment plan and eventual discharge needs as evidenced by chart review meeting all documentation requirements (e.g. allows other therapists to continue treatment allows for interpretation by payers supports reimbursement).
  • Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patients level of understanding and motivation as evidenced by chart review observation and team feedback.
  • Participates in committees department processes and special projects in accordance with clinical expertise and individual performance plan.
  • Works to develop and maintain professional relationships with members of healthcare teams (ex : physician nurse case manager). Participates in internal and external marketing per department expectations.
  • Creates a culture of respectful communication by listening asking for team member input open and honest conversation approachability and timely acknowledgement of individual and team contributions.
  • Accepts constructive feedback and can make timely changes as evidenced by written coaching forms / chart audits and team feedback.
  • Proactively completes non-patient care responsibilities within established timelines (coverage notes PTO / schedule change requests bonus pay (forms and follow up phone calls).
  • Contributes to educational efforts of department / clinic (e.g. in-services journal clubs new hire orientation PI) as per department expectations.
  • Actively participates in student clinical or observation programs by serving as a clinical instructor mentor or observation host as per department expectations
  • Maintains productivity standards per department expectations
  • Demonstrates willingness to flex schedule or assignment to meet patient care needs staff meetings and department specific meetings outside of normal work hours.
  • Qualifications : Required :

  • Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy.
  • Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois
  • BLS from American Heart Association upon hire
  • Preferred :

  • Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy
  • Additional Information :

    Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.

    Background Check

    Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and at times internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and we follow all local state and federal laws including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

    Benefits

    We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical emotional and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our  Benefits section to learn more.

    Sign-on Bonus Eligibility :  Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception : New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

    Remote Work : No

    Employment Type : Full-time

    Key Skills

    EMR Systems,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Physiology Knowledge,Workers' Compensation Law,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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