Home Health Physical Therapist
LHC Group
Chicago, IL
$102K+/yearOverview
- Start DateASAP
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Employee assistance programs
Qualifications
- Resume
- Other license in Illinois
- Eligible to work in US
- Oasis and HomeCare/HomeBase Experience Highly Preferred
Description
***Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.
Summary
We are hiring for a Physical Therapist.
Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $110,000 - $120,000 Per Year
At Illinois Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.
As a Physical Therapist, you can expect:
the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
independence and autonomy
career growth possibilities
Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress
Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.
Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
Education and Experience
Licensure Requirements
- Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of
- Current CPR certification
- Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehic
Employer
LHC Group
About Chicago, IL
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