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Home Health Physical Therapist
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Skokie, IL, 60076
Job Type : Per Diem
Date Posted : 15 January 2026
Overview
Department: Cath Lab - Cardiology
Shift: Per Diem (PRN), Days
Hospital: St. Francis Hospital
Location: Evanston, IL 60202
Sign on Bonus: Up to $10,000
Responsibilities
Deliver comprehensive patient care before, during, and after cardiac catheterization procedures.
Continuously monitor and document the patient’s condition, including physiologic and hemodynamic data.
Maintain ongoing communication with the attending physician and care team regarding patient status and procedural updates.
Prepare the procedure room by assessing equipment functionality and readiness; ensure appropriate supplies are available for each case.
Assist in the operation and maintenance of cardiovascular lab equipment and manage inventory levels.
Support sedation and recovery processes, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
Participate actively in department performance improvement and quality assurance initiatives.
Respond effectively to emergencies and support rapid decision-making in time-sensitive situations.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN); preferred.
2. Active state Registered Nursing (RN) License; required.
3. Current BCLS (AHA), ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current; required.
4. One (1) year clinical experience in a Cardiovascular Lab doing cardiac work or in a Critical Care area; required.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
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Pay Transparency
Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $46.54. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
In the Skokie area, having an active state physical therapy license and certifications like BLS and ACLS can boost your chances. Local employers often prefer candidates with cardiovascular or critical care experience due to regional healthcare demands.
Skokie shows a steady need for home health physical therapists, partly driven by its aging population. Compared to Chicago, competition might be a bit less intense, but specialized skills in cardiac care can set candidates apart in this region.
Strong clinical knowledge, especially in cardiac rehabilitation, combined with excellent patient communication and monitoring abilities, are essential. Proficiency in assessing equipment and managing patient conditions remotely also enhances treatment quality.
Many professionals advance by gaining specialized certifications or transitioning into supervisory roles overseeing home health teams. Others pursue further education in cardiopulmonary therapy or healthcare management to expand their scope.
While both work closely with patients, the Home Health Physical Therapist plans and modifies treatment programs independently, whereas assistants support therapists by executing prescribed exercises and reporting patient progress.
Prime Healthcare emphasizes flexible benefit customization, enabling therapists to select plans that suit their lifestyles. Their resources and wellness programs foster professional growth and work-life balance, particularly important in per diem roles.
Yes, Prime Healthcare integrates cardiac cath lab experience into their home health roles, requiring therapists to maintain close communication with physicians and be adept in cardiovascular monitoring, which is less common in typical home therapy positions.
Compensation typically starts around $46.54 per hour, influenced by experience, credentials, and licensure. Per diem roles might offer flexibility but expect pay to reflect your specialized cardiac and critical care expertise.
Home health therapists often operate independently, adapting treatments to varied home environments and managing all aspects of patient care remotely, unlike hospital roles that benefit from immediate team support and controlled settings.
Managing cardiovascular equipment readiness in patients' homes requires vigilance. Therapists must anticipate emergencies, maintain clear communication channels, and ensure safe sedation and recovery processes without immediate onsite backup.