PT

Encompass Health - Urbana, IL

Part-time - Entry Level

Urbana, IL

Hospitals

About the position

As a Physical Therapist (PT) at Encompass Health, you will play a crucial role in providing one-on-one patient care, helping individuals recover from various conditions such as strokes, spinal cord injuries, and joint replacements. This position emphasizes building strong relationships with patients while utilizing the latest technologies and pursuing professional growth opportunities. You will be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive impact on patients' lives and ensuring they regain their independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, and federal regulations and professional guidelines.
• Delegate tasks and supervise physical therapist assistants and technicians.
• Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure that patient, staff, and hospital needs are met.
• Help patients to regain control of their lives and their independence.
• Create an environment and a culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by providing patient safety and patient-centered treatment.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment required.
• CPR certification preferred unless otherwise required by hospital policy.
• Successful completion of a degree from an accredited bachelor's or master's program, plus sufficient experience in the field essential.
• Demonstrated competence in physical therapy evaluation, assessment, care planning, and treatment.
• Effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers required.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that increases with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock-purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.