Physical Therapist - Eastpointe

PACE Southeast Michigan; Eastpointe (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PACE Southeast Michigan is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and implement individualized treatment plans aimed at improving mobility and reducing pain. The role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care for participants aging safely in their homes.

The therapist will perform assessments, deliver therapy sessions, manage care plans, and document progress while coordinating with home safety and DME needs.

Qualifications

• Must have active State of Michigan licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with a frail or elderly population.
• Ability to instruct and demonstrate exercise, provide lift assistance, and assist/manage mobility devices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate rehabilitation services with the Interdisciplinary Team for participants at PACE Southeast Michigan.
• Perform assessments, provide treatment sessions, implement care plans, and order/issue DME.
• Document all care provided and submit to medical records in a timely fashion.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and utilization data for the rehabilitation department.
• Participate in professional associations, educational programs, and in-service education.
• May delegate activities to support staff including PT Assistant treatments & Rehab Technician duties.
• Complete initial and periodic assessments including home safety and facility assessments as needed.
• Prepare assessment documentation for participant care conferences.
• Contribute to site projects, program development, and quality improvement efforts.
• Monitor participant safety in the Day Health Center and home, including mobility needs and DME.

Skills

Geriatric experience

Exercise instruction

Mobility assistance

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

SUMMARY

PACE Physical Therapists evaluate and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, restore function, maintain safety, and reduce pain. The Physical Therapist will collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to provide all-inclusive care for our participants so they can age safely in their homes.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

• Work in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team to coordinate rehabilitation services for participants at PACE Southeast Michigan.
• The Physical Therapist will perform assessments, provide treatment sessions, implement care plans, and order/issue Durable Medical Equipment.
• Document all care provided to participants in accordance with department standards and submit to medical records in a timely fashion.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and utilization data relevant to the rehabilitation department.
• Actively participate in professional associations, educational programs, and in-service education.
• May delegate and direct the activities of support staff including Physical Therapist Assistant treatments & Rehabilitation Technician duties.
• Complete initial and periodic assessments including home safety and facility assessments as needed.
• Complete assessment documentation prior to and for engagement in participant care conferences.
• Perform other related duties as determined by center clinical manager which may include site assignments, program development, and quality improvement projects.
• Maintain awareness of participant safety issues within the Day Health Center and home, including mobility assist needs and DME.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Physical Therapy degree (Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral)
• Active State of Michigan licensure
• Must have one (1) year of experience with a frail or elderly population
• Physical ability to instruct and demonstrate exercise, provide lift assistance, and assist/manage mobility devices

At PACE Southeast Michgan our employee experience is a combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, mission, vision, values, and most importantly, our people. Our employees are compassionate, curious, accountable, courageous, and authentic. They make choices according to what is best for our participants and strive to make a difference. For several years, they have made us a Top Workplace in our area.