Physical Therapist

Carle Health

Part-time Physical Therapist evaluating and treating inpatient and outpatient patients for Carle Health in Eureka, Illinois. Developing care plans, documenting therapy, and applying therapeutic modalities.

Posted 8/18/2026part-timeEureka • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $37 - $63 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and treating patients of all ages, with a strong focus on orthopedic and neurologic impairments. Proficient in clinical documentation, therapeutic modalities, and patient education.

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Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationTherapeutic Modalities (Ultrasound, Interferential, Iontophoresis)Clinical Documentation in Therapy EMRTherapeutic Taping Techniques

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment PlanningRange-of-Motion TestingStrength TestingFunctional Performance TestingPatient EducationSafe Patient TransfersObjective TestingClinical Findings EvaluationDischarge Planning

Soft Skills

CommunicationSupervisionFeedback ProvisionRole Modeling

Tools & Technologies

Therapy EMR

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Outpatient ServicesInpatient ServicesOrthopedic ImpairmentsNeurologic ImpairmentsPatient CareHealthcare ProvidersPatient TransfersWeekend RotationHoliday Coverage

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate and treat patients of all ages, modifying plans of care as appropriate
Provide services in outpatient and inpatient settings
Perform safe patient transfers and use appropriate body mechanics
Design and adjust plans of care integrating goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plans
Educate patients, families, caregivers, students, and healthcare providers
Evaluate clinical findings, impairments, diagnoses, and outcomes of care
Perform examinations and select reliable, valid examination methods
Screen patients to determine the effectiveness and need for therapy services
Supervise and provide feedback to support personnel
Complete objective testing for range of motion, strength, and daily functional tasks
Complete daily documentation and charging in the therapy EMR
Apply tape for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movement
Perform therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, interferential, and iontophoresis
Communicate patient progress and treatment recommendations to referring providers
Serve as a clinical resource and role model for staff and students

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days through the American Heart Association (AHA)
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required
Ability to treat patients of all ages
Ability to evaluate orthopedic and neurologic impairments
Ability to complete range-of-motion, strength, and functional performance testing
Ability to complete clinical documentation and charging in a therapy EMR
Knowledge of therapeutic taping techniques
Knowledge of ultrasound, interferential, and iontophoresis modalities
Ability to work day shifts, 3 eight-hour shifts Monday through Friday
Weekend rotation every sixth weekend
Holiday coverage 1–2 times per year
Weekend on-call rotation for inpatient work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus available
Relocation bonus available
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth and life-long careers
Equal Opportunity Employer
E-Verify participation