Physical Therapist

Location: Monticello, Illinois

Shift: Day shift

Schedule: Full time  4-10 hour days

Job Summary: Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities and treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to PTA. The staff therapist participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department. Provides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines. Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

 Benefits:

• 40 hours of PTO effective date of hire
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance effective date of hire
• Generous 401(k) match effective after 90 days
• Quality/Goal incentive annually
• Free Wellness Program

 Regulatory Requirements:

• Current IL State Physical Therapy Licensure, graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Physical Therapy.
• 3 or more years of previous experience in all aspects of physical therapy.
• Current CPR certification.

  Since 1941, Kirby Medical Center has been the premier provider of healthcare in Piatt County and surrounding areas. We are committed and proud to provide quality and compassionate healthcare services to people in need. Our values-based culture, employee engagement, and award-winning healthcare have driven the success of our organization. Kirby Medical Center is an independent, not-for-profit hospital located on a beautiful campus in Monticello, IL with satellite clinics in Atwood, & Cerro Gordo, IL.  Kirby Medical Center offers an outstanding benefits package and state-of-the-art medical equipment. Ideal candidates enjoy a workplace where compassion, positive attitudes, respect, excellence, and stewardship are on display every day.