Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in Golf, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Physical Therapist Discipline: Therapy Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: days Employment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities: OFFERING A $5000 SIGN-ON BONUS PAYABLE IN TWO INSTALLMENTS - 50% AFTER 90 DAYS - 50% AFTER ONE YEAR 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 Job ID R100131. Posted job title: Physical Therapist (Pt) - Wound Care About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health's 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you're at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program Sign-On bonus