Physical Therapist

Lake Huron Medical Center; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Lake Huron Medical Center in Port Huron, MI seeks a Physical Therapist I for full-time daytime hours. You will evaluate patients, develop customized treatment plans, and provide interventions to improve mobility, strength and functional independence. You will educate patients and families and coordinate with the care team to optimize outcomes.

The role requires PT licensure in Michigan, BLS on hire, and active engagement with evidence-based practice to ensure safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate, or certificate in Physical Therapy.
• Current state Physical Therapy license.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification on hire and maintained.
• Knowledge of physical therapy principles and patient care practices.
• Strong communication, patient education, and clinical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical function and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement individualized PT treatment plans.
• Provide interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and recovery strategies.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to meet goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Physical Therapy degree (Bachelors/Master/Doctorate)

Job description

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Bonus Amount

20,000

Overview

Physical Therapist - Full Time Days

Department: Physical Therapy

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

The Physical Therapist I provides evaluation, consultation, and therapeutic services to help patients restore mobility, improve functional abilities, and prevent disability. This role develops and implements individualized treatment plans for patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary conditions while ensuring compliance with hospital policies, professional practice standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. As a member of the interdisciplinary care team, the Physical Therapist supports optimal patient outcomes through evidence-based rehabilitation services.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical function, mobility limitations, and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on physician orders and clinical assessment.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, exercises, injury prevention, and recovery strategies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to achieve rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital, state, and federal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with physical therapy practice standards, patient safety guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, or Certificate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current state Physical Therapy license.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Knowledge of physical therapy principles, rehabilitation techniques, and patient care practices.
• Strong communication, patient education, and clinical documentation skills.

Preferred

• Experience treating patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary conditions.
• Previous acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient, or hospital-based physical therapy experience.

Lake Huron Medical Center is a 139-bed community hospital that provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient health care services to residents of St. Clair and Sanilac counties including emergency services, primary stroke center, cancer care, surgical services, physical therapy and rehabilitation services, pulmonary rehabilitation, and specialized diabetes programs.

Lake Huron Medical Center is affiliated with Lake Huron Medical Group which offers patient-centered care through primary and specialty care physician practices located throughout the Blue Water Area. Raising the bar for quality health care, Lake Huron Medical Center received the Leapfrog Group's grade "A" in hospital safety, Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award, rated four stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. Learn more at www.mylakehuron.com .

As a member of Prime Healthcare, Lake Huron Medical Center is proud to be part of a system recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group! This prestigious honor is based on over 1.5 million comprehensive company reviews from more than 250,000 employees, highlighting our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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