Judyta Hankus
Morton Grove,IL
Summary
Compassionate and patient-focused physical therapist with experience in acute care, inpatient rehab, subacute rehab, home health, and outpatient settings. Dedicated to delivering personalized care that promotes safety, independence, and long-term wellness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN Physical Therapist
West Suburban Medical Center
Oak Park, IL
08.2019 - Current
- Acute Care & Subacute Rehabilitation.
- Delivered comprehensive physical therapy services across the ICU, medical-surgical, and step-down units, addressing a wide range of complex medical conditions.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams—including nursing, respiratory therapy, physicians, and case management—to ensure safe discharge planning and continuity of care.
PRN Physical Therapist
Aspire Home Health Care
Morton Grove, IL
09.2019 - 02.2024
- Provided skilled physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in a home health setting.
- Assisted patients in transitioning safely from the hospital or rehab to the home environment.
- Educated patients and caregivers on home exercises and safe mobility strategies.
- Completed accurate and timely documentation in compliance with Medicare standards.
- Independently managed caseloads and scheduling.
PRN Physical Therapist
Spine and Orthopedic Clinic-Mark J Sokolowski Md Sc
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Outpatient orthopedic clinic.
- Worked with patients post-surgery, and with work-related orthopedic injuries.
Physical Therapist
Westlake Hospital
Melrose Park, IL
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Inpatient Rehabilitation and Acute Care Settings.
- Member of Patient Satisfaction Committee: interdisciplinary committee focusing on implementing strategies to improve patient and employee experience
- Member of Functional Independence Measure (FIM) task force: reviewed FIM score data to ensure accurate FIM scoring and the rehab team’s ability to assess patients’ functional abilities.
- Clinical instructor: Mentored and supervised physical therapy students.
- Engaged in weekly meetings with patients and family members to update individuals on progress in therapy with the rehabilitation team.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL05.2015
Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology - Minor in Spanish
University of Illinois At Champaign-Urbana
Champaign-Urbana, IL05.2012
Clinical Affiliations
- Advocate Lutheran General Hospital- Park Ridge, IL (50% Vestibular Rehabilitation, 50% Outpatient Orthopedics)
- Carle Foundation Hospital- Urbana,IL (Inpatient Acute Care)
- Northwest Community Hospital- Arlington Heights, IL (Outpatient Orthopedics)
- Advanced Rehabilitation Clinic - Chicago (Outpatient Orthopedics)
Skills / Languages / Other
- Fluent in the Polish language
- Basic Proficiency in the Spanish language
- First Aid and CPR Certified (American Heart Association)
References
Made available upon request
Timeline
PRN Physical Therapist
Aspire Home Health Care
09.2019 - 02.2024
PRN Physical Therapist
West Suburban Medical Center
08.2019 - Current
PRN Physical Therapist
Spine and Orthopedic Clinic-Mark J Sokolowski Md Sc
01.2018 - 11.2020
Physical Therapist
Westlake Hospital
09.2015 - 08.2019
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Midwestern University
Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology - Minor in Spanish
University of Illinois At Champaign-Urbana