physical Therapist

MANUAL PHYSICAL THERAPY SPECIALISTS; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Manual Physical Therapy Specialists in East Lansing, MI is seeking a passionate Physical Therapist to join our team. You will provide hands-on, evidence-based care in a collaborative setting that supports patient outcomes and professional growth.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, administering manual therapy, guiding therapeutic exercises, and documenting progress. A DPT with MI licensure and strong interpersonal skills are required for a fast-paced, patient-centered clinic.

Qualifications

• DPT from an accredited program and active MI license or eligibility.
• Experience or strong interest in manual therapy and orthopedic rehab.
• Strong clinical reasoning, problem-solving, and patient assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and care teams.
• Ability to manage a patient caseload efficiently in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients to develop individualized PT treatment plans.
• Administer manual therapy techniques including joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, and myofascial release.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional movement training.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and injury prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Patient assessment

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About the Role

Manual Physical Therapy Specialists in East Lansing, MI is looking for a passionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in patients' lives through hands‑on, evidence‑based care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients to develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans
• Administer manual therapy techniques including joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, and myofascial release
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional movement training
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and injury prevention strategies
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
• Active Michigan Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Experience or strong interest in manual therapy and orthopedic rehabilitation
• Strong clinical reasoning, problem‑solving, and patient assessment skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and care teams
• Ability to manage a patient caseload efficiently in a fast‑paced clinic setting
• APTA membership and manual therapy certifications (e.g., OCS, FAAOMPT) a plus

About Us

Manual Physical Therapy Specialists is a trusted provider of outpatient physical therapy services in East Lansing, MI, known for delivering exceptional, hands‑on care that gets patients back to doing what they love. Our patients choose us for our personalized approach and outstanding clinical outcomes. Our therapists love working here because of the supportive team culture, focus on professional growth, and commitment to excellence in manual therapy practice.