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Job description
Join an established outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation team where you can build strong patient relationships, collaborate closely with physicians and clinical staff, and have a meaningful role in the continued growth of the practice.
This is an opportunity to work in a single-site clinic environment with a strong team-oriented culture, established referral relationships, and access to a growing orthopedic patient population.
Benefits and Compensation
Competitive base salary; new graduate compensation starts at $85,000 and increases based on experience
$1,500 annual continuing education allowance
Paid time off
401(k)/retirement benefits
Continuing education support and professional development opportunities
Established orthopedic referral network
Physician and rehabilitation team collaboration
No regular travel between clinics
Multiple clinic locations within a relatively close geographic area
Opportunity to grow with an expanding orthopedic rehabilitation organization
Potential for future advancement as the organization continues expanding its therapy footprint
Requirements & Qualifications
Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university
Current unrestricted Illinois Physical Therapy license or eligibility for Illinois licensure
Minimum 2 years of physical therapy clinic experience
Orthopedic outpatient experience preferred
Strong patient-care and clinical communication skills
Comfortable reviewing performance reports and clinical/operational metrics
Strong time-management and organizational skills
Proficiency with basic technology and Google applications
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment
Ability to stand, walk, reach, stoop and move throughout the clinic during the workday
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds
CPR certification preferred
Must Haves
Develop individualized plans of care and adjust treatment based on patient progress and functional goals
Complete patient progress and discharge documentation within required 24-hour timelines
Maintain consistent communication with referring physicians and other referral sources
Monitor clinic performance metrics and adjust workflow to support productivity and efficiency goals
Work alongside PTAs and therapy technicians to maintain quality, efficient patient care
Help develop a collaborative PT/PTA/Tech team environment
Participate in physician and community outreach activities that support referral relationships
Maintain required clinical logs, checklists and compliance documentation
Balance a full patient schedule with documentation, communication and clinic responsibilities
Contribute to an exceptional patient experience throughout the entire rehabilitation process
Preferred Background & Skills
Outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience
Experience working closely with orthopedic physicians or surgical teams
Experience in a metrics-driven clinical environment
Strong understanding of musculoskeletal injuries and rehabilitation
Experience collaborating with PTAs and therapy technicians
CPR certification
Strong interest in professional development and evidence-based care
Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative clinical team
Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
Interest in future clinical leadership or growth opportunities
Worksite address
elgin, IL, 60122, US
Who can apply
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