Physical Therapist

Lakeland Health; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay (Payactiv)

Discounts directory on lifestyle deals

Identity theft protection (optional)

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Physical Therapist for the Southgate, MI site to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing care coordination. The role emphasizes interprofessional collaboration with therapists and assistants to maximize movement and prevent injury.

A strong emphasis on patient-centered care and adherence to service standards is required. The position requires a Michigan license in Physical Therapy, a Bachelor’s degree (Masters or Doctorate preferred), and

Qualifications

• Written or verbal communication skills required.
• Word processing and computer skills required.
• Pediatric NDT certification preferred and competency in serial casting.

Responsibilities

• Examine, evaluate and develop a treatment plan for patients with functional limitations.
• Provide consultation to healthcare providers regarding a patient’s continuum of care.
• Interact appropriately with patients of all ages and cultures and adhere to customer service standards.

Skills

Written or verbal communication

Word processing & computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctorate Degree preferred

Job description

Outpatient in Southgate, MI: Corewell Health offers up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for this opportunity.

About the Unit

Corewell Health physical therapy provides treatments to individuals of all ages that have pain or physical limitations affecting their ability to move and perform everyday activities.

Our team of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are licensed health care professionals focused on maximizing movement potential, injury prevention, treatment, and sustainable wellness.

Scope of Work

The physical therapist is responsible for examining, evaluating and developing a treatment plan for patients with functional limitations and disabilities.

PT’s provide consultation to healthcare providers regarding a patient’s continuum of care.

The individual in this position is required to appropriately interact with all patients regardless of age or culture and to adhere to the Corewell Health customer service standards.

Standard Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education / Training

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.

Masters or Doctorate Degree preferred.

Work Experience

Written or verbal communication skills required.

Word processing and computer skills required.

It is preferred that pediatric therapists have NDT certification and competency in serial casting.

Certification, Licensure, Registration

Michigan State License in Physical Therapy required.

BLS certification required.

How Corewell Health Cares for You

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Learn more here.

Primary Location: SITE - Care Center Southgate – 15777 Northline Rd – Southgate

Department Name: Employment Type: Full time Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 Hours of Work Days Worked Weekend Frequency

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community.

We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members.

Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.