Physical Therapist (PT) - Therapy Services
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. Qualifications 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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