What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neuro Physical Therapist-Outpatient position at UW Health in Northern Illinois?
Pay Range : $39.16 - $58.74 / hour Sign-on Bonus : $20,000Additional components of compensation may include : Evening & night shift differentialOvertimeOn-call payBenefits information : https : / / careers.uwhealth.org / benefits / At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have :
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including : PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
- Annual wellness reimbursement
- Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
- Tuition reimbursement for career advancementask about our fully funded programs!
- Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
- Strong shared governance structure
- Commitment to employee voicePOSITION SUMMARY : Sign-on bonus starting at $6,000!Plans, evaluate and administers physical therapy services and care to patients per physician's orders. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives. Coordinates family involvement in assessment and treatment of the patient.EDUCATION / TRAINING : Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (or foreign equivalent as determined by the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation). Participates in educational programs on an ongoing basis and complete mandatory CEUs as required.LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION : Current license from the State of Illinois or in the process of acquiring licensure. An applicant for employment as a physical, occupational, or speech therapists must present acceptable evidence of licensure or authorization to test at the time of employment. An applicant who fails to provide this documentation will not be hired. A new employee will not be allowed to work as a therapist or assistant until evidence of licensure eligibility is provided. CPR certification required.EXPERIENCE / SKILLS / ABILITIES : Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a caring, considerate and concerned manner. Willingness to accept responsibility. Ability to direct ancillary staff and organize work assignments. Leadership skills essential to the position. Must be skilled in a broad range of modalities with a clear understanding of indications and contraindicating of each. Familiar with the indications and use of equipment. Guides, teaches, and supervises students.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionUW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability / veterans.
Salary : $39 - $59
