Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Therapy
Company: Carle Health
Location: Champaign
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, modifying
plan of care as appropriate. Serves as a role model in delivery of
professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and
students. This position qualifies for a sign-on bonus!
Qualifications Educational Requirements Education Level Field of
Study Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - Illinois Department of Financial
and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Basic Life Support (BLS)
within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) Attend and
satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding
the care of acute stroke patients Responsibilities Essential
Functions Demonstrates ability to perform patient transfers with
assistance as needed from bed, chair and floor, if applicable. Is
aware of and demonstrates safe and appropriate body mechanics to
reduce the risk of injury to self, staff and patients. Demonstrates
respect by treating our patients and each other with dignity and
respect, being empathetic and caring, and staying fully engaged
with those who need our services. Designs an appropriate plan of
care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge
plan. Adjusts the care based on patient response and available
evidence. Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and
other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching
methods. Evaluates clinical findings to determine physical therapy
diagnoses and outcomes of care. Performs examination, selecting
reliable and valid examination methods relevant to the chief
complaint, results of screening, and history. Produces
documentation in accordance with the Clinical Process Policy
(CTSCP67). Screens patients using procedures to determine the
effectiveness of and need fortherapy services, if appropriate. Uses
support personnel according to legal standards and ethical
guidelines. Monitors the care delivered by support personnel and
provides regular feedback. If applicable, completes annual
education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement
Program requirements. Department Specific Job Function Evaluates
and implements intervention plans utilizing activities that are
functional in nature and take into consideration the functional and
emotional needs of the patient/family. Modifies approach in
response to patient behavior and performance. Utilizes standardized
outcomes measures in a uniform manner to ensure functional
performance is accurately reflected. Completes documentation in
accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Collaborates with patient, family and significant others throughout
the rehabilitation process and provides education/family training
as necessary. Provides supervision to PTA and rehabilitation
technicians in accordance with regulatory agencies. Clearly
communicates patient performance, change in status,
activity/transfer recommendations, and recommendations for
discharge disposition and equipment required for the next level of
care with the medical team. About Us Find it here. Discover the
job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and
inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets
balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle
Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system
with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician
groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn
Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist
Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin
Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet
74; designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The
system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of
Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and
Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities
throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long
careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and
do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran,
and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local
protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may
provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the
Department of Homeland Security with information from each new
employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more
information: . Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for
this position is $36.74per hour - $63.19per hour. This represents a
good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of
posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a
candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but
not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications,
location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team
members and providers. To learn more visit
careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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