Physical Therapist
Danville, Illinois
Carle Health - 516 W Madison St

PT - Therapy CATR

Location: Danville, Illinois
Setting: Clinical-Allied
Shift: Day, 40 hours/week
Contract length: 13 weeks

Summary

Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, modifying the plan of care as appropriate. Also serves as a clinical resource for staff and students.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Illinois
• 1 year of Physical Therapist experience within the last year
• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy
• BLS issued by American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed, chair, and floor, if applicable
• Use safe and appropriate body mechanics
• Design and adjust the plan of care based on patient goals, response, and available evidence
• Educate patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers
• Evaluate clinical findings and perform examinations using reliable and valid methods
• Produce documentation in accordance with the Clinical Process Policy (CTSCP67)
• Screen patients to determine the effectiveness of and need for therapy services, if appropriate
• Use and monitor support personnel according to legal and ethical standards
• Complete annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements, if applicable
• Evaluate impairments related to orthopedic and neurologic conditions
• Complete objective testing for range of motion, strength, and daily functional tasks
• Complete daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR
• Apply tape for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movement
• Complete therapeutic modalities as appropriate, including ultrasound, interferential, and iontophoresis
• Communicate with the referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations

Preferred Qualifications

• None stated