Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Princeton, IL
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT OP) This outpatient position is located at a 20-bed critical access hospital with a focus on general orthopedics, neurology, and gait therapy. The role involves assisting patients in restoring physical function through evaluation and treatment, ensuring comprehensive patient care within a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Job Details

• Position Description: The Physical Therapist assists in evaluating and treating patients to restore physical function, primarily in outpatient orthopedics and neurology.
• Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy; Illinois license or active application; CPR certification within 90 days of hire; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; solid computer proficiency, especially with Microsoft software; strong analytical skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience as a Physical Therapist; valid Illinois drivers license; ability to provide patient care appropriate to the population served; strong written and interpersonal communication skills; and the ability to evaluate and document patient status accurately.
• Responsibilities: Provide patient evaluations, develop therapy plans, assist techs and assistants, and document patient progress.
• Certifications: BLS Certification required.
• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Submission requirements: Last four digits of SSN, professional license verification, and confirmation of active IL license or application status.
• Additional Information: The position involves 90% outpatient and 10% inpatient cases, with a focus on general orthopedics, neurology, and gait therapy. Local rate applies if the clinician's permanent address is within 50 miles. Orientation includes 12 hours guaranteed, non-billable hours, and relevant policies are in effect regarding call-offs and shifts.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits