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Preferred

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (or foreign equivalent as determined by the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation).

Participates in educational programs on an ongoing basis and complete mandatory CEUs as required.

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NI-PHYSICAL THERAPIST (INPATIENT) (LEVEL 1) - REGISTRY

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JOB INFORMATION
Effective Date:	11/21/2024
Entity:	Illinois
Job Code:	NI-2978AC
Job Title:	NI-PHYSICAL THERAPIST (INPATIENT) (LEVEL 1) - REGISTRY
Exemption Status:	Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Plans, evaluates and administers physical therapy services and care to patients upon physician referral. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives as well as Health System initiatives. Coordinates family involvement in assessment and treatment of the patient.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

•	Evaluates patients and establishes a physical therapy plan of care that integrates goals, treatments, outcomes and discharge plans.
•	Administer plan of care incorporating age-specific, cultural and spiritual needs of the patient and significant other.
•	Continually observes and reevaluates treatment effects consulting with physician and other health care professionals, altering program as needed in order to provide quality patient care.
•	Supervises and delegates assistants, technicians, students and volunteers in providing support functions.
•	Coordinates appropriate patient referrals for other services as needed and functions as an advocate for appropriate services and resources during stay and in preparation for discharge.
•	Educates patients, family and other health care providers on appropriate care modifying activities considering learner’s needs and capabilities and conducts on-going educational programs as required.
•	Accurately documents patient information and treatment following department policies and maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information. Completes billing in a timely manner.
•	Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

Age Specific Competency (Clinical jobs only)
X	Non-Clinical

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Work Experience
Experience	Experience Details	Required/ Preferred

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
•	Successful completion of annual clinical, age, and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.
•	Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a caring, considerate and concerned manner.
•	Willingness to accept responsibility.
•	Ability to direct technical and assistant staff and organize work assignments.
•	Leadership skills essential to the position.
•	Must be skilled in a broad range of modalities with a clear understanding of indications and contraindicating of each.
•	Familiar with the indications and use of equipment.
•	Guides, teaches, and supervises students.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demand	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Standing	X
Walking		X
Climbing			X
Bending		X
Crouching		X
Pushing / Pulling		X
Carry		X
Fine Hand / Eye Coordination		X
Color Discrimination		X
Hearing Ability		X
Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.	X
15 - 30 lbs.		X
30 - 50 lbs.		X


Over 50 lbs.	UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.
Physical Demands	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Concentration on Detail		X
Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task			X
Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks	X
Oral Communication	X
Written Communication		X

Physical Demands
Physical Demands	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids			X
Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons				X
Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations				X
Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals				X
Exposure to Radiation				X
Other - Working with patients in crisis who may be volatile and potentially violent.

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.