Physical Therapist - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

Marklund

  • Elgin, IL
  • $78,000-93,600 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Marklund in Elgin is hiring a Physical Therapist!Would you like to make a difference in the lives of others and be appreciated for what you do?Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities and love your job!Marklund is seeking a highly motivated and mission-centered individual for the position of Physical Therapist. We currently have a full-time position available at the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, IL. The schedule is 40 hours per week (full-time) with hours of 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The starting salary for this position is $78,000 - $93,600 based on qualifications and experience. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet its functional and environmental requirements.Our position also has a $3,000 Sign-On Bonus ($1,500 paid after 6 months and $1,500 paid after 1 year)Who We Are:Marklund is a nonprofit organization that serves infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With three residential locations - the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva, the Marklund Philip Center in Bloomingdale, and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, it is currently home to nearly 174 clients. It is a Day School offering Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. It is a skilled nursing unit for medically fragile children and adults, and a developmental training center for adults who need assistance in managing their disabilities.Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of "making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities." Each and every employee's job contributes to Marklund's vision of a happy, safe purpose-filled life for every individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it's like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life.Responsibilities include:
  • Participate in the development of new programs and processes; individual and group treatment methods
  • Establish individual goals and treatment plans appropriate and unique to each resident and their level of function and potential abilities
  • Evaluate and provide creative therapeutic equipment for residents
  • Provide residents with orthotics as needed and monitor
  • Assist with wheelchair evaluation and/or modifications
  • Consult with residents, caregivers, teachers, family and Marklund staff regarding resident goals, outcomes, programming and resident needs in general
  • Attend IPP and IEPs as needed
  • Provide training and in-services to staff and caregivers on therapy related topics
  • Supervision, instruction and evaluation of therapy aides and interns.
Apply Today!As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.Experience and SkillsQualifications:
  • Licensed Physical Therapist in Illinois
  • One year experience with DD population preferred
Job BenefitsWe want to be a positive influence in your career pathWhether you work at Marklund for 1 year, 5 years or 50 years, we want to be a positive influence in your career path.When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following:Compensation & Benefits we offer YOUFull-Time Employees:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Short -Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)*
  • *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal
  • PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Extended Sick Bank
  • 7 Paid Holidays per Year
Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits:
  • Competitive pay
  • Credit Union Membership
  • Retirement Savings Plan - eligible upon hire
  • Marklund matches up to 5%
Ways we appreciate YOU
  • Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
  • Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
  • Claire Haverkampf (founder) Annual Commemorative Award
  • You Caught My Eye - Monthly Employee Award
  • Thanksgiving Turkey
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU
  • We promote from within whenever possible
  • You are paid while you train:
  • In-House Training Programs
  • Leadership Training Program
  • Employee Workshops on a variety of topics
Benefits/Programs subject to change.

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