About the job
Join our team at Northwestern Medicine as a Physical Therapist in our McHenry Inpatient Registry. This role is essential for providing care on an as-needed basis, especially when colleagues are on PTO or FMLA. Our compensation structure offers competitive rates: $52.00 for committing to two weekend shifts each month, or $58.00 for four weekend shifts.
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The Physical Therapist embodies the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adhering to our Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program while complying with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards.
- A licensed physical therapist in the State of Illinois, following the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice set forth by the professional organization.
- This position entails direct patient care, educational responsibilities, participation on relevant committees, and involvement in departmental process improvement.
- Act as a role model for therapists and clinical interns in professional, clinical, communication, educational, and leadership activities.
Responsibilities:
- Exhibit the core values of teamwork, patient-first approach, integrity, and excellence in daily operations and interactions.
- Maintain a friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor.
- Deliver accurate information and timely updates to patients and clients, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Utilize effective service recovery skills to address any issues or service breakdowns.
- Oversee the patient care plan by collaborating consistently with treating PTs and PTAs.
- Foster teamwork by assisting colleagues across departments, communicating effectively, and respecting diverse opinions.
- Efficiently manage organizational resources and your own work schedule to complete tasks on time.
- Contribute to continuous improvement processes and cost-reduction efforts.