Description

Physical Therapist Location: Chicago, IL Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Illinois

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 12-Week Assignment | Outpatient

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction.
• Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner, including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines.
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approvals.
• Design functional treatment programs that support effective patient return to community activities and progress patients toward discharge within an established length of stay.
• Participate in student programs as assigned, providing appropriate supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations.
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act and regulatory requirements, maintaining professional licensure in good standing and fulfilling all state-mandated continuing education requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of Illinois.
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Proficiency in clinical documentation in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines.
• Knowledge of and adherence to discipline-specific professional codes of conduct and State Practice Act requirements.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting.
• Experience supervising or mentoring physical therapy students.
• Active involvement in continuing education and professional development activities.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a patient-focused outpatient environment that prioritizes both patient and employee safety.
• Supportive setting that encourages ongoing professional development and clinical growth.