Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 25 days of PTO plus 6 holidays per year to recharge, travel, and focus on what matters most.Professional Growth & Learning: Continuing education and approved CEUs for PT/OT/SLP, plus 50% reimbursement (up to $1,000) for advanced certifications.Tuition Assistance : Up to $5,250 annually in tuition reimbursement to support your next degree.Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow within clinical/research specialties and leadership pathways across SRAlab's integrated care teams.Wellness + Balance: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, robust wellness and mental health support.
Recognition + Rewards: Annual merit-based pay reviews and opportunities for differential pay for evening/weekend shifts.
Loan Forgiveness Eligibility: Qualify for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a team that transforms lives.
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
Job Description Summary
Job Description
The Physical Therapist will:
Conducts advanced evaluations of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems using validated assessment tools to inform individualized treatment plans.
Determines suitability for treatment based on patient evaluation results. Delivers therapeutic interventions based on the latest clinical research and best practice standards.
Designs and continuously adapts rehabilitation programs based on patient progress, emerging evidence, and functional outcome measures.
Discusses evaluation results, goals, and treatment plans with patient, providing education and support as needed.
Leads and participates in patient discharge planning including developing an in-home program when appropriate.
Documents patient evaluation and progress, maintaining compliant records for physician communication, insurance carriers, and regulatory agencies.
Prescribes and recommends appropriate devices necessary to assist patients in performing physical activities such as wheelchairs, mobility aides, bath equipment, and prosthetic and orthopedic devices. Partners with physicians and other providers to complete DME delivery and fitting.
Supports the development of future professionals by supervising and guiding physical therapy students in accordance with academic standards and evidence-based practice.
Supports innovation in rehabilitation by collaborating on research projects and integrating emerging evidence into clinical practice.
Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Reporting Relationships
Reports directly to assigned Clinical Manager, Therapy Manager, or Supervisor.
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.
Licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.
Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent and geriatric patients.
Interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, patients and families in providing therapy and exchanging patient progress information.
Analytical ability to determine priorities, provide input regarding the development of departmental policies, procedures and clinical best practices
Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently to transf
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Equity / stock options
Additional Information
Department:
Nerve Muscle Bone Innovation Center
Type of employment:
Full time
Shift:
Pay and Benefits*:
Pay Range: $82,800.00 annually - $120,000.00 annually
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
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