Pelvic Health and Orthopedic Physical Therapist

By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Physical Therapist - License Pending, under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist will assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Under the supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist who will be the lead, will treat disabled patients using standard physical therapy therapeutic interventions such as heat, cold, electricity, traction, ultrasound and exercise. Under the supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, will evaluate patient motor and neurological capabilities and adapt physical therapy programs as appropriate.

The Physical Therapist - License Pending will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Physical Therapist - License Pending will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist- License Pending:

• While under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, will evaluate patient's physical and functional status including muscular strength, motor functions, reflexes, ambulation skills and ability to perform activities of daily living.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, observes and interviews patient, reviews medical history, and administers sensory tests, muscle tests, range-of-motion exams, and other evaluation techniques.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, determines suitability for treatment based on patient evaluation results, including such physical therapy treatment modalities as whirlpool, ultrasounds, massage, biofeedback, paraffin and prosthetics/orthotics and/or monitors or administers the application of treatment.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, establishes therapy goals, and formulates a treatment plan including exercise, modalities, balance activities, and gait training.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, discusses evaluation, goals, and treatment with patient and family and instructs them on the exercise program and in use of equipment.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, participates in patient discharge planning including developing an in-home program when appropriate.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, documents patient evaluation and progress, maintaining records for physicians and insurance carriers.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, determines and orders appropriate devices necessary to assist patients in performing physical activities such as wheelchairs, canes, crutches and prosthetic and orthopedic devices.

• Upon licensure, may participate in the Department education program by teaching and supervising students.

• Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist, participates in research projects as needed.

• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, under appropriate supervision.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports directly to assigned Clinical Manager, Therapy Manager-Innovation Center, Therapy Manager-AbilityLab.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and physical therapy treatments and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion of Doctoral degree from an accredited school of physical therapy.

• Illinois License to practice as a Physical Therapist pending with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

• Current CPR certification required.