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Norwegian American Hospital

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Full Time Days - Rotating Weekends

Norwegian American Hospital, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Outpatient Physical Therapist - Full Time Days - Rotating Weekends

Job Category:

Rehab ServicesRequisition Number:

OUTPA003045Posted:

August 1, 2024Employment Type:

Full-TimeLocations

Humboldt Park Health1044 N. FranciscoChicago, IL 60622, USAResponsibilities

Performs accurate evaluation, plans and implements appropriate treatment and follow up of patients efficiently and effectively.Performs initial assessment, reassessment and discharge notes in permanent chart of patients within a specific time frame.Completes daily report of patients scheduled and treatments given.Communicates with physicians regarding treatment goals and discharge plans.Adds a new patient to schedule as new referral is received.Attends and participates in all departmental/interdepartmental meetings and in-services as requested.Discusses problems, plans and ideas with Director to improve patient care.Observes and performs infection control practices throughout.Promotes good rapport among PT and all other departments.Participates in departmental TQI and Performance Improvement projects, contributes to the enhancement and maintenance of a safe environment of care, and upgrades personal professional knowledge and skills through continuing education methods.Assists other staff and Director in development of new programs as directed.Maintains ethical standards of practice.Performs appropriate tasks for patients of all ages in an acute care setting covering areas in pediatrics, geriatrics, cardiac, maternity, medical, surgical, sports, and orthopedics.Participates in the Risk Safety Management program of the hospital.Observes the functions of patient rights, education, and management of information and leadership.Requirements

1 or more years of experienceMaster’s degree in Physical TherapyPhysical Therapy licenseCPR certificate requiredThe hospital prohibits discrimination based on age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.

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