Per Diem Physical Therapist

Brio Living Services; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible per diem scheduling

Daily Pay

Retirement Savings Plan (403b)

Team Member Referral Bonus Program

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Brio Living Services in Chelsea, MI invites a Per Diem Physical Therapist to join our 58-acre retirement community. You will evaluate, plan, and administer rehabilitative programs to improve mobility, relieve pain, and restore function for our residents.

This flexible per diem role covers weekend shifts and holidays as needed, with a supportive team culture, competitive hourly compensation, and daily pay options.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• At least 1 year of experience as a physical therapist.
• Current Physical Therapist state license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document an initial exam to assess patient data and establish a diagnosis prior to treatment.
• Review physician referrals and patient records to determine required treatments.
• Conduct tests to evaluate strength, range of motion, and functional capacity, then document findings.
• Design and implement individualized therapy programs to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Set treatment goals, track progress, and plan for reevaluation.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and home care routines.
• Collaborate with medical staff to develop and assess the treatment plan.
• Maintain clear communication with patients in person and by phone.

Skills

Communication skills

Lifting up to 35 lbs

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program graduate

Current Physical Therapist license

Job description

Per Diem Physical Therapist

Department: Therapy

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: Chelsea, MI

Compensation: $50.03 - $56.08 / hour

Description

Schedule: Three (3) shifts per calendar month | Regularly covering weekend shifts is expected | Two (2) holidays per year.

Department: Kresge Health & Rehab Center | Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living | Chelsea Retirement Community | Chelsea, MI

What You’ll Do in This Role: Join a 5-Star retirement community on a beautiful 58-acre campus with a rich history of excellence in senior care and a truly supportive team culture. The Physical Therapist evaluates, assesses, plans, organizes, and administers rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document an initial exam to assess patient data, identify problems, and establish a diagnosis prior to treatment.
• Review physician referrals and patient medical records to determine the required physical therapy treatments.
• Conduct tests and measurements to evaluate the patient’s strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory or circulatory efficiency, and document findings.
• Design and implement individualized physical therapy programs aimed at maintaining, improving, or restoring physical function, alleviating pain, and preventing further physical dysfunction.
• Set specific treatment goals, track progress, and outline plans for reevaluation.
• Administer manual exercises, massage, and traction to relieve pain, improve strength, and prevent deformities or disabilities.
• Continuously evaluate the effects of treatments and adjust interventions as needed to ensure maximum benefit.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic exercises and home care routines to promote continued recovery.
• Collaborate with patients, medical practitioners, and other relevant parties to develop, implement, and assess the treatment plan.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with patients, both in person and over the phone.
• Record the patient's prognosis, treatment plan, progress, and response in medical records, either manually or via computer systems.
• Ensure compliance with all professional, ethical, and legal standards related to patient care.
• Ability to perform job duties in-person and via phone communication.
• Adequate visual acuity to perform job functions, including examining patients and reading information from printed sources or computer screens.

The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• At least 1 year of experience as a physical therapist.
• Current Physical Therapist state license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Position requires the ability to lift and move objects, weighting up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Benefits

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible per diem scheduling — take the shifts that work for YOU
• Paid Breaks for our team members.
• Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
• Retirement Savings Plan (403b)
• Daily Pay – Instantly transfer your daily earnings.
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
• Employee Discounts on various services and products.

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