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Home Health Physical Therapist
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
Days
Sign-On Bonus
$38-54/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- ShiftDays
- Facility InformationFaith-Based Healthcare HospitalShort Term Acute CareTeaching Institution711 bedsEpic Systems Corporation
- SettingHome Health
Pay
- Sign-On bonus$10,000
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Sign-On bonus
Qualifications
- Other license in Illinois
- Resume
Description
PHYSICAL THERAPIST - HOME HEALTH CASE MANAGER
LOCATION: CHICAGO SOUTHEAST COMMUNITIES
HOURS: DAYS WITH EVERY 4TH WKDS AND 1SUMMER/1WINTER HOLIDAY
This position is eligible for up to a $10,000.00 sign on bonus! You must be working in this same position at time of payout. Current internal team members are not eligible at this time.
Position Highlights:
Physical Therapists working with Advocate at Home enjoy having their own enterprise with a backing of a reputable, stable, and values driven organization. As part of a dynamic clinical team within Advocate’s vast integrated health care organization, home health offers the therapist the opportunity to work independently to assess and address the mobility, safety, communication and equipment needs of our patients. As case managers, our therapists are able to establish strong relationships with patients and families and consult with physicians and other health care providers as necessary.
What you need:
- Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure).
- Completed 1 year of Physical Therapy clinical experience or demonstration of strong spectrum of Physical Therapy clinical affiliation experience.
- Proficient use of all home based therapy equipment and assistive devices, (balls, bands, weights, Hoyer lifts, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of computer use (i.e. Microsoft Word, email access and use). Ability to learn to use computer based scheduling and documentation system.
- Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and through written reports, with strong documentation skills.
- Good interpersonal skills, time management and self-organization skills.
What you will do:
- Ability to travel extensively within geographical boundaries in all extremes of weather.
- Works rotating weekends and holidays. Requires adherence to scheduled days and hours of work based on commitment to patient/client and work load assigned. Attends mandatory informational/education/branch meetings.
- Requires full range of body motion including:
a. Bending, sitting and standing.
b. Climbing stairs while carrying objects.
c. Pulling, pushing, reaching, carrying and lifting (must be able to lift/carry at minimum 25 pounds).
d. Assisting and maintaining patient's safety with ambulation on flat surfaces and stairs and transferring patients using standard pivot transfers or with use of transfer board of Hoyer lift.
e. Provide treatment on standard beds in the home environment. This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. - Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates physical therapy treatment programs established for the home care patient. Facilitates the progression of the patient in their home toward optimal levels of self-care.
Accountabilities:
- Assures and Improves Quality of Care: Facilitates the patient and family's right to receive quality cost-effective care following Advocate's MVP of Stewardship.
- Care and Service Coordination: Practices as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care following Advocate's MVP of Partnership.
- Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care following the Advocate MVP of Excellence.
- Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a restorative relationship throughout the healthcare continuum, following Advocate's MVP of Compassion.
- Business Development and Growth: Demonstrates behaviors that enhance productivity and an understanding of financial and economic conditions in the health care environment.
Patient Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meet the learning needs of patients and their families.
COMPENSATION: $$86,320.00-$129,376.00 annual base salary
We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Sign on Bonus eligible (external candidates)
- Competitive Pay
- Incentive Pay Eligible
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Tuition Assistance Available
- Mileage reimbursement
Facility
Advocate Christ Medical Center
- Faith-Based Healthcare Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- Teaching Institution
- 711 beds
- Epic Systems Corporation
Employer
Advocate Aurora Health
About Oak Lawn, IL
- The cost of living in Oak Lawn, IL is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages typically match up with the higher cost of living.
- In summer, the average high is around 84°F and the average low is around 64°F.
- In winter, the average high is around 32°F and the average low is around 17°F.
- There are options for short term rentals in Oak Lawn, IL, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Oak Lawn is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options include bus services provided by PACE.
- Oak Lawn has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- There are various restaurants offering diverse cuisines, art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks and recreational areas for hiking and biking.
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