The Graduate Physicial Therapist provides physical therapy treatment services under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. The new graduate PT shall make sound decisions in collaboration with the physical therapist and within the boundaries established by laws and regulations governing physical therapy practice. The new grad PT is responsible for carrying out the treatment plan and providing patient and family education as appropriate. The new grad PT will regularly communicate with the Physical Therapist on the progress of the patient and any changes in patient status. 

FTE & Shift | 0.5 FTE (Part-Time) | Days

Essential Duties

• Demonstrates ongoing efforts to enhance clinical skills by combining education and clinical experience in the growth and development of new programs or services. Attends educational events and shares knowledge with others.
• Participates in community and department activities that promote rehabilitation and wellness.
• Meets the following productivity percentage on outpatient, Rehab, and Acute: less tan or equal to 79.99 (NI), 80-81.99 (ME), 82-83.99 (M&SE), greater than 84 (CE).
• Communicates effectively (verbal and written) with patients, physicians, referral sources, family and other staff members, including documentation in the chart essential conversations with providers. 
• Implements appropriate treatment programs based on results of evaluation of physical therapy.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation that meets all compliance standards and contains personalized education information. 
• Safely operates any equipment involved in patient care. 
• Provides appropriate education for patients and families.
• Serves as clinical instructor for PT students
• Participates in departmental continuing education program and the department quality improvement program and ensures self and team compliance with dashboard a quality indicators. 
• Participates in Quality Improvement efforts, e.g. Journal Club, in-services, Magnet, chart auditing, etc.
• Actively participates in designated marketing program (inpatient or outpatient).
•  Functions as a responsible team member.

Required Licensure/Education

• Current temporary Illinois Licensure to practice Physical Therapy or ATT letter (authorization to test) issued by Continental Testing, or the State of Illinois. Employee is able to practice under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist with co-signature until temp license expires, licensure is received, or notification of failure to pass licensure exam, whichever occurs first.

Employee Health Requirements

Exposure to:

Chemicals: Clorazene, Virex, Germicidal Wipes, Liquid Paper. 

Video Display Terminals: Average

Blood and Body Fluids: Minimal Risk

TB or Airborne Pathogens: Very Minimal.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):

Speech: Required to communicate with patient and staff. 

Vision: Needed to read patient observations. 

Smell: N/A

Hearing: Needed for patient communication.

Touch: Needed for patient evaluation and treatment. Writing.

Activity/ Lifting Requirements

Average Hours per Week:40

Shift: Days

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

Sit: 10%

Twist: 5%

Stand: 30%

Crawl: 0%

Walk: 30%

Kneel: 0%

Lift: 10%

Drive: 0%

Squat: 5%

Climb: 0%

Bend: 5%

Reach above shoulders: 1%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:

Up to 10 lbs: Occasionally 

Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally

Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally

Up to 50 lbs: Occasionally

Up to 75 lbs: Occasionally

Up to 100 lbs: Not Required

Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:

Sit: 60

Twist: 5

Stand:45

Crawl: 5

Walk: 30

Kneel: 10

Lift: 10

Drive: 15

Squat: 5

Climb: 0

Bend: 5

Reach above shoulders: 5

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):

Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight: 5-10lbs often

Pushing & pulling Normal weight: 5-200lbs: Some

Fine Manipulation: Typing, writing.

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: None

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):

Inside hours: 7.5

Outside hours : 5

Temperature: Normal Range

Lighting: Average

Noise levels: Average

Humidity: Normal

Atmosphere: Normal Range

Special Hazards: None

Protective Clothing Required: None