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What You’ll Do

Join a confidential client’s inpatient therapy team in Illinois as a Physical Therapist I. You will evaluate, treat, and document patient progress across the lifespan; develop individualized treatment plans; and coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams to support safe discharge and optimal functional outcomes.

• Evaluate patients using standardized tests and measurements to determine physical therapy problems and expected discharge environment
• Develop and implement PT interventions based on examination, patient/family goals, and referring practitioner guidance
• Deliver competent physical therapy services using appropriate advanced techniques and procedures for inpatient populations
• Instruct patients and families on home programs and safe activity progression
• Coordinate care and communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and other disciplines to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain accurate written and verbal records, especially for handoffs and planned absences

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Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (minimum Bachelor’s degree)
• Licensed, or eligible for licensure, in Illinois (notification of eligibility for examination acceptable)
• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
• Ability to work cooperatively in a multidisciplinary inpatient setting

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Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred
• Experience or interest in developing advanced clinical skills in a focused area of practice
• Age-specific care knowledge (neonatal, pediatric, adult, geriatric) appropriate to the patient population
• Basic computer skills to access electronic patient records
• Strong interpersonal skills for positive interactions with patients, families, and care teams

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Position Details

• Employment type: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Days — 8 hours
• Area: Physical Therapy / Inpatient
• Unit/Department: Physical Therapy / IP
• Collective bargaining: Non-Union
• Estimated pay: $142,351 per year (estimated by source)

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Key Skills & Keywords

• Physical Therapist I
• Inpatient physical therapy
• Patient evaluation and treatment
• BLS (AHA)
• Licensed PT — Illinois
• Rehabilitation and discharge planning

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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