Physical Therapist

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career development

HSAs/FSAs

Employee assistance

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Accident & critical illness

Long-term care

Elder & childcare

Auto & home insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat pediatric patients using standard modalities. You will document progress, develop home exercise programs, and support families during hospitalization and at discharge.

The role includes mentoring staff, leading educational sessions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive pediatric rehabilitation services.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent.
• Three years of clinical experience.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in Michigan.
• Minimum of 60 points on the professional growth and development criteria.

Responsabilidades

• Treat patients using standard physical therapy modalities (heat, cold, electrical therapy, ultrasound, exercise).
• Evaluate motor and neurological function and document findings.
• Develop home care programs and discharge plans; educate families.
• Mentor staff and participate in interdisciplinary meetings.

Conocimientos

Clinical experience

License to practice

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Descripción del empleo

$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

• 1. Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy or certification from an accredited physical therapy program.
• 2. Three years of clinical experience in order to acquire skills for independent patient treatment.
• 3. Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan.
• 4. 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.

EEO Statement

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Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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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

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.