Department: 36502 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Wound Care Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Hours may be 8 or 10-hour shifts M-F. Rotation to Saturdays and holidays required. Will be trained/work in both IP and OP services for effective resource management. Major Responsibilities: Responsible for all principal accountabilities of a Physical Therapist I Participation in educational and mentoring activities with Physical therapy students, medical students, peers, hospital staff and/or the community. Participation in Rehab Services growth and operations. Assumes other related responsibilities as assigned. Licensure: Illinois state licensure Education/Experience Required: Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy 2-3 years of clinical experience in medical setting. Experience with student supervision. Advanced continuing education. Experience in providing in-services to peers. Core Stroke Team requires 8hrs annual Stroke Education. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Good communication skills. Independence in providing advanced level of clinical skills and expertise. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. Direct contact with body fluids Pushing, pulling, lifting, transferring patients. Ability to perform heavy lifting (lifting 50 to 100 pounds frequently and/or 25 to 50 pounds constantly ) Services provided on weekends and holidays and during early evening hours Off campus locations This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care