OFFERING A $5000 SIGN-ON BONUS PAYABLE IN TWO INSTALLMENTS - 50% AFTER 90 DAYS - 50% AFTER ONE YEAR

Major Responsibilities:

Provision of Patient CarePatient AssessmentDocumentationDaily Operations

Licensure:

Physical TherapistEligible for licensure to practice in IllinoisCPR Certification AHA BLS within 30 days of hire

Education/Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or above from an accredited schoolMaintains continuing education requirements as mandated by professional standards

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Good interpersonal and communication skillsCompetent in a variety of diagnostic and treatment techniquesRecognizes needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases.Direct contact with body fluids.Pushing, pulling, lifting, and transferring patients.Ability to lift very heavy weight requirements according to Department of Labor definitions.Ability to assist, escort, transfer, and respond to patient needs for extended periods of time.May be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.