Physical Therapist - Float Outpatient

Advocate Health

Aurora, IL, US
Base: $41.10 - $61.65 ph; bonus: $5,000 sign-on bo...
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Musculoskeletal evaluation skills
Plan of care implementation
Patient documentation and billing
** Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for a float outpatient role, with responsibilities including evaluating and implementing treatment plans for patients. The position offers competitive pay, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional development within a leading nonprofit health system. **

Job Summary

  • This is a full-time float position serving outpatient orthopedic patients at Aurora IL and Downers Grove IL sites.
  • The role offers a competitive pay range of $41.10 to $61.65 per hour plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus payable in two installments.
  • Candidates must be able to perform manual techniques, lift up to 50 lbs, and maintain accurate clinical documentation for insurance compliance.

Matching Summary

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** Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for a float outpatient role, with responsibilities including evaluating and implementing treatment plans for patients. The position offers competitive pay, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional development within a leading nonprofit health system. **

Salary

Base: $41.10 - $61.65 per hour; Bonus: $5,000 sign-on bonus (50% after 90 days, 50% after one year); Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement match, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Musculoskeletal evaluation skills
  • Plan of care implementation
  • Patient documentation and billing
  • Manual lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Continuing education participation
  • New staff orientation experience
  • Performance improvement involvement
  • Strong interpersonal communication
  • Adaptability to float schedule

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
  • Active Physical Therapist license in Illinois or Wisconsin
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months
  • No prior experience required

Work Rights

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