Physical Therapist Inpatient and Outpatient Full Time Days Marianjoy
Northwestern Medicine
Summary
Seeking a highly motivated and skilled 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team. This position requires flexibility and adaptability, as the therapist will float between inpatient and outpatient settings, delivering high-quality care to a diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will be highly flexible and have a strong commitment to patient-centered care. Core hours: Monday-Friday from 8:30-5. Will also be expected to work three weekend days per quarter and two holidays annually. Pediatric experience is also preferred.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Selects and administers appropriate physical therapy evaluations
- Inpatient rehabilitation
- Develops and implements collaborative treatment plans
- Provides patient, family and caregiver education
- Participates with other team members in patient discharge planning through verbal and written communications
- Provides clear, concise patient care documentation as per departmental standards
- Supervises appropriate paraprofessionals and support personnel via monitoring the treatment plans' administration and provides follow-up clinical direction and guidance
- Administers physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans for patients by providing assessments and selecting appropriate techniques and therapies in order to restore function and prevent disability
- Designs and implements appropriate treatment plans
- Participates in patient discharge and home care planning to facilitate the continuity of patient care
- Completes all related medical documentation in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with established policies and standards
- Assists in monitoring of quality management indicators
- Demonstrate competency through the annual completion of written and demonstration style competency examinations
- Promotes philosophy and objectives of NMH and Rehabilitation Services
- Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and team meetings
- Serves on assigned departmental committees
- Attends/contributes to monthly departmental and discipline-specific service meetings
- Adheres to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures
- Adheres to the Code of Ethics, Customer Service Standards and the Patients First mission
- Supervises students within departmental clinical education guidelines
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
- Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Illinois
- BLS from American Heart Association upon hire
- Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy (preferred)
- Pediatric experience (preferred)
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- Lifecycle benefits
Company overview
Northwestern Medicine is a premier integrated academic health system and the healthcare network of Northwestern University, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2009 through the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, the system represents a strategic partnership to transform healthcare delivery. As an academic medical center, Northwestern Medicine encompasses comprehensive research, medical education, and patient care activities across its extensive network. The system operates 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations throughout the Chicagoland area, anchored by its flagship Northwestern Memorial Hospital in downtown Chicago. With over 33,000 employees and more than 4,400 aligned physicians, the organization provides advanced medical care across nearly every specialty. Northwestern Medicine is nationally recognized for its excellence in oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and women's health services. The system maintains strong affiliations with the Feinberg School of Medicine, Lurie Children's Hospital, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, fostering an environment of continuous innovation and scientific discovery. Five of its hospitals are ranked among "America's Best" by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its commitment to superior quality, patient safety, and academic excellence in healthcare delivery.