Location: Rockford, IL at our Mulford Clinic (Outpatient only)64 hours per pay period, day shift, with full time benefitsProfessional growth supported by Mercyhealth Continuing Education, Tuition Assistance, and Certification programProvide one-on-one care for your patientsLeadership support for program growth and specialty practicesRequires a graduate of an accredited programState license is required or pendingNew graduates are welcome to apply; mentorship programs are available.
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.
Responsibilities
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 documentationStrengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniquesParticipates actively in the PI and CQI processAssists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partnersParticipates in cost saving initiatives within the departmentTakes 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 groupPlans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.EDUCATION & 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
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Stand – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Walk – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Sit – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Handling/Fingering/Feeling – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Reaching – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Climb/Balance – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Talk/Hear – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Taste/Smell – Not a present activity
Strength – Heavy work exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25-50 pounds of force frequently
Close Vision – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Distance Vision – Not a present activity
Color Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Peripheral Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Depth Perception – Not a present activity
Ability to Adjust Focus – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.
Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations
Benefits
Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:
· Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
· Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
· Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.
· Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
· Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.
· Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.