Physical Therapist

HOPE At Home Health Care

Lapeer (MI)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A home care agency in Michigan is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide essential medical support to patients. The role involves assessing patient conditions, directing treatment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates should have a degree in physical therapy, a state license, and strong communication skills. Offering a full-time position and supportive workplace environment.

Qualifications

Possesses a degree from a program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
Licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the state.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist; community/home health experience preferred.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care.
Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
Directs physical therapy treatment.
Instructs patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Determines priority needs for physical therapy.
Reports to physician the patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
Initiates physical therapy program and instructs others in certain phases of therapy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in physical therapy

Current state PT license

Job description

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We are looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state PT license. In this role, you will be providing medical support to our patients while ensuring great customer service.

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to: assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
Directs physical therapy treatment.
Instructs patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Determines priority needs for physical therapy.
Reports to physician the patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy, and participates in case conferences to align goals.
May train patient in the use of the prosthetic device.
Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.

Qualifications

Possesses a degree from a program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
Licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the state.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist; community/home health experience preferred.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

HOPE At Home Health Care is a full-service home care agency dedicated to helping people excel in the comfort of their homes. We offer Medicare-certified skilled services. Whether you are recovering from injury or illness, or simply want to reinvigorate your mobility and health, HOPE At Home Health Care has a solution for you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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