Physical Therapist Job at SSM Health, Freeport, IL

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  • SSM Health
  • Freeport, IL

Job Description

Physical Therapist at SSM Health summary:

The Physical Therapist provides evaluation and treatment to patients experiencing movement dysfunction and pain due to injury or health conditions. Responsibilities include developing and adjusting care plans, performing therapy interventions, educating patients and families, and coordinating discharge planning. This role requires state licensure and involves working variable shifts in a collaborative healthcare environment.

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IL-Monroe Clinic Freeport

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

Location: Freeport, IL

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team in Monroe, WI. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Position Details:

  • Schedule: Full-time | Variable Shift | 40 hours per week
    (Specific schedule to be determined based on department needs)

  • Sign-On Bonus: Available for qualified external candidates

  • Eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs

What We’re Looking For:

  • A licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Wisconsin

  • Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills

  • Flexibility to work variable shifts as needed

If you're passionate about helping patients achieve their highest level of function and independence, we encourage you to apply.

Pay Range:

$37.60 - $56.40

Pay Rate Type:

HourlySSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job Summary:

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
  • Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family.
  • Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
  • Provides education to patient/family /staff by assessing patient/family educational needs.
  • Provides for continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families and other health care providers as appropriate, providing home instructions to patients and caregivers, recommending and or providing equipment/ home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow-up care if needed.
  • Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
  • Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient's response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practice


EXPERIENCE

  • No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Constant standing.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
  • Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
  • Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
  • Occasional lifting/moving patients.
  • Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Occasional driving.
  • Rare crawling.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.


State of Work Location: Illinois

  • Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)


State of Work Location: Missouri

  • Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration


State of Work Location: Oklahoma

  • Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

  • Physical Therapist (PT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift:

Variable Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4503000028 Physical Therapy

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

  • Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

  • Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

  • Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Keywords:

Physical Therapist, patient care, physical therapy treatment, movement dysfunction, rehabilitation, licensed physical therapist, healthcare, pain management, patient education, discharge planning

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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