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Job description
Overview: The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.
SCHEDULE : PRN
SHIFT : Weekend coverage
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation
Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
Participates actively in the PI and CQI process
Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners
Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department
Takes an active role in the performance improvement process
Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician group
Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Licensed as a physical therapist in WI, IL or both if required
CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.
PAY RANGE:
$60.00 - $60.00
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Clickhere for more details.
At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
Worksite address
crystal lake, IL, 60012, US
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