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Advocate Health

Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab Per Diem

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onsite part-time $41.10 - $61.65 Park Ridge, IL

First indexed 5 Sept 2026

Description

We are seeking a Physical Therapist to join our Inpatient Rehab team at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. As a Physical Therapist, you will play a crucial role in the rehabilitation of patients, working closely with our multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Responsibilities:

  • Interpret physician referrals and complete musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary evaluations
  • Establish a plan of care and implement individual treatment based on evaluation results and functional goals
  • Monitor and evaluate outcomes, adjusting the treatment plan as needed
  • Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve optimum care for patients
  • Complete required documentation, including patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries
  • Participate in performance improvement activities and pursue professional growth through continuing education

Requirements:

  • Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
  • Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Illinois
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Intermediate computer skills and excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday
  • Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead, and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height
  • Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary range: $41.10 - $61.65
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and family benefits, such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs