Physical Therapist

THE KIRK GIBSON CENTER FOR PARKINSON'S WELLNESS; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

THE KIRK GIBSON CENTER FOR PARKINSON'S WELLNESS in Farmington Hills, Michigan, is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapist. This role supports individuals with Parkinson’s through mobility assessments and group exercise programming. The ideal candidate holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a current Michigan license.

Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, screening members, and educating on exercise safety. Flexibility in hours is a must, primarily during weekdays with occasional Saturdays based on program needs.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
• Current Michigan Physical Therapy license in good standing.
• Experience with individuals with Parkinson’s disease preferred.
• Certification in Parkinson’s-specific training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
• Screen members for participation in wellness programs.
• Collaborate to optimize participant safety and outcomes.
• Educate on exercise safety and fall prevention.
• Optional: Teach group exercise classes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivational skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Current CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Position Summary

The Part-Time Physical Therapist plays a key role in supporting the mission of the Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson’s Wellness of improving the quality of life for people with Parkinson’s through the development and delivery of free activity-based programs. This position focuses on performing mobility assessments to ensure members can safely participate in exercise programs and may also include opportunities to teach or assist with group exercise classes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments to evaluate strength, balance, mobility, and endurance in individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
• Screen new and existing members for safe participation in group exercise and wellness programs.
• Collaborate with other Coaches to optimize participant safety and outcomes.
• Educate Members and Care Partners about exercise safety, fall prevention, and Parkinson’s-specific movement strategies.
• (Optional) Teach or co-lead group PD-specific exercise classes.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
• Current Michigan Physical Therapy license in good standing.
• Experience working with individuals with Parkinson’s disease or other neurological conditions preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
• Certification in PWR!Moves, or other Parkinson’s-specific training preferred but not required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification required.

Work Schedule

• Status: Part-Time (approximately 16 hours per week; flexible based on availability and program needs)
• Typical Schedule: Primarily weekday hours to support member assessments, classes, and programming needs. Optional Saturday opportunities may be available based on therapist interest and Center needs.
• Environment: Supportive, wellness-oriented team dedicated to empowering individuals with Parkinson’s disease through movement and education.