The Illinois Physical Therapy Foundation Pro Bono Committee developed PT Access, an opportunity for uninsured patients to receive physical therapy services from participating clinics at no charge. Currently, PT Access is operating in DuPage County. The Pro Bono Committee works to solicit more physical therapy clinics to participate, monitor patient outcomes, and strive to introduce PT Access to another area in the State of Illinois.
There are 3 appointments to be made to fill 2 year terms beginning January 1, 2025 and finishing December 31, 2026.
Report to: The IPTF Board of Directors. Written reports to the IPTF Board should be submitted as requested.
Committee Composition & Term: The committee is comprised of 6 members of the IPTA who serve two year terms, with half of the committee being appointed each year.
Position Objective: The committee’s primary purpose is to monitor that the PT Access program.
Benefits: To help uninsured patients receive physical therapy services, where they would not be able to in different circumstances, so they can lead a healthier lifestyle
Specific Responsibilities:
- Meet as required to review PT Access progress
- Help update the IPTF webpage as needed
- Solicit physical therapy clinics to participate
- Review patient outcomes and compile statistics for Board review
Qualifications: Must be an IPTA PT, Retired PT, or Life PT, PTA, Retired PTA or Life PTA member in good standing. Many of your assignments will be time sensitive; it is important to be organized and able to meet deadlines.