Physical Therapist

Children's Hospital of Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life보험

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health Savings Accounts + FSAs

Employee Assistance program

Pet insurance, legal insurance, etc.

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide care using heat, cold, electrical modalities, ultrasound, and exercise. You will evaluate motor/neurological function, create rehab plans, and guide families at discharge.

Supervisory components include mentoring staff and teaching in-services. Position requires Michigan PT license, a Bachelor's degree or PT program certification, and at least three years of clinical experience; a 60-point professional growth criterion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or certification from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Three years of clinical experience to acquire skills for independent patient treatment.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan.
• Minimum of 60 points on the professional growth and development criteria.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients using standard physical therapy procedures and assist in rehabilitative exercise programs.
• Evaluate patients' motor and neurological capabilities and document findings.
• Develop home care programs for patients and provide family instruction during hospitalization and discharge.
• Provide staff mentoring and develop in-services; participate in interdisciplinary meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Certification from an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Sign On Bonus

• $10,000 Sign on Bonus, with required relevant experience**

Children’s Hospital of Michigan

is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, treats patients using standard physical therapy procedures such as heat, cold, electricity, traction, ultrasound and exercise. Responsible for treating the complex/specialty cases for assigned site(s). Evaluates patients motor and neurological capabilities and documents findings. Treats patients using standard physical therapy procedures; assists patients in rehabilitative exercise programs; and instructs patients in the use of rehabilitative equipment such as braces, splints, and ambulation aides. Administers and interprets a variety of tests to evaluate the motor and neurological capabilities of patients. Documents patient treatments, initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries in accordance with departmental policies and service line protocols. Co-signs notes written by physical therapy assistants, aides and/or students. Develops home care programs for patients and provides instruction to families during hospitalization and upon discharge. Provides staff mentoring and develops/implements educational in-services for staff. Attends interdisciplinary meetings and various conferences to report on patients progress; consults regularly with other service line team members regarding patient treatment. May oversee, instruct and evaluates physical therapy assistants, aids, students and/or volunteers, as assigned. Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and supplies in assigned treatment areas; recommends the purchase of supplies and/or equipment, as needed. Maintains professional expertise through workshops, lectures, conferences, departmental, service line meetings, etc. in order to remain current on treatment techniques. Serves as a member of a designated service line. Assists in the implementation of programs and services to foster a interdisciplinary approach and a service line system of care.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy or certification from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Three years of clinical experience in order to acquire skills for independent patient treatment.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan.
• Minimum of 60 points on the professional growth and development criteria.

Facility Description

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.

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Job Details

• Job: Rehab (Physical Therapy)
• Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan
• Facility: DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan
• Job Type: Full Time
• Shift Type: Day