Physical Therapist

Job Title

Physical Therapist (PT)

Location

Princeton, IL | Outpatient / Inpatient (Critical Access Hospital)

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients to restore physical function across outpatient (90%) and inpatient (10%) settings
• Provide therapy services in General Orthopedics, Neurology, and Gait rehabilitation
• Establish individualized therapy goals and formulate treatment plans consistent with each patient's physical and functional status
• Document patient status accurately and communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary treatment team members
• Supervise and assist therapy technicians and assistants as needed

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (required for those licensed after 2016; those licensed prior to 2016 with a bachelor's or master's degree are grandfathered)
• Active Illinois Physical Therapy license, or confirmation that the application/licensure process has been initiated (IL License Waiver accepted)
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire
• Must be able to produce a negative drug screen; position is located on a Drug-Free Campus
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills with strong computer proficiency including Microsoft software
• Candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility may be subject to a local rate adjustment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous clinical experience as a Physical Therapist
• Valid state driver's license as verified through the respective state DMV driving record
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate patients' physical and functional status and adapt care to the population served
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Why Join Us

• Work in a supportive critical access hospital environment with a diverse patient caseload spanning outpatient and inpatient settings
• Benefit from a structured call-off policy providing flexibility without financial penalty during your contract