Physical Therapist Casual

McLaren Health Care; Bad Axe (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist in Bad Axe, Michigan. In this per diem position, you will assess and diagnose patient movement deficits, develop personalized treatment plans, and manage ongoing patient care. Candidates should be graduates of an accredited physical therapy program, possess current licensure, and hold BLS certification. This role involves evaluating patients, establishing care plans, and supervising staff, offering flexibility in work hours with an on-call requirement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of physical therapy.
• Current state Board of Physical Therapy licensure is essential.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations through various assessments.
• Establish individualized care plans in accordance with physician orders.
• Conduct ongoing reassessment of patient response to treatment.
• Manage discharge planning from first visit through treatment.
• Supervise and delegate to ancillary staff as necessary.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Individualized care planning

Ongoing reassessment

Supervisory skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited program of physical therapy

Current state Board of Physical Therapy licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Position Summary

The physical therapist will accurately assess, differentially diagnose, and identify deficits in a patient’s ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. They develop an individualized treatment plan with patient‑centered goals to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability and work with the individual to prevent the loss of mobility.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Performs patient evaluations through the process of obtaining history, performing relevant systems review, and selecting and administering specific tests and measures to obtain data.
• Establishes an individualized plan of care and selects treatment techniques that address the specific impairments identified in the evaluation and in accordance with physician orders.
• Conducts ongoing reassessment of the patient and their response to treatment.
• Initiates and manages the discharge plan beginning at the first visit and continuing throughout treatment.
• Supervises and delegates to ancillary staff and students consistent with state laws and department policy.

Required

• Graduate of an accredited program of physical therapy.
• Current state Board of Physical Therapy licensure.
• BLS certification.

Preferred

• One year of physical therapist experience.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Per Diem
• Requisition ID: 26002609
• Daily Work Times: Variable
• Hours Per Pay Period: 1
• On Call: Yes
• Weekends: No