Physical Therapist

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sign-On Bonus: $5000

Responsibilities:

Perform evaluations, screenings, develop plans of care, and provide direct patient care.

Independently develop and implement physical therapy treatment programs, modifying plans of care as patients' medical conditions change.

Conduct educational in-services on the benefits of Physical Therapy for patients/families, hospital staff, and the community.

Assist with non-patient related duties, including clerical tasks, posting charges, and light housekeeping within the Rehabilitation Department.

Work under the general and direct supervision of the director and manager of the rehabilitation services department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy with a minimum of 2 years’ experience (Master's or DPT degree preferred).

Current Illinois License granted by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation from the State of Illinois.

Candidates with an approval letter from the Continental Testing Services, Inc. for PT licensure examination are eligible to apply, in accordance with Section 90/2(2) of the Illinois Physical Therapy Act of 1987.

CPR certification.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:  work experience, qualifications, and work location.