Physical Therapist Full Time Days

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation medicine is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. This role involves evaluating and treating patients using standard physical therapy procedures, while also developing home care programs and providing family instruction. You will be part of a collaborative environment that values quality, community welfare, and professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a supportive team atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Evaluates patients' motor and neurological capabilities and documents findings.
• Develops home care programs and provides family instruction.

Responsibilities

• Treats patients with physical therapy techniques and assists in rehabilitative exercise programs.
• Documents all patient treatments and participates in interdisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Physical Therapy Techniques

Rehabilitative Exercise Programs

Documentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Certification from an Accredited Program

Job description

Job Description - Physical Therapist Full Time Days (2506001387)

Job Description

Physical Therapist Full Time Days - 2506001387

Description

DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is one of the nation’s largest hospitals specializing in rehabilitation medicine and research. RIM is known for its clinical expertise in spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, amputee, orthopedics, and catastrophic injury care. The Institute houses the Center for Spinal Cord Injury Recovery and the Southeastern Michigan Traumatic Brain Injury System (SEMTBIS), one of only 16 federally designated model systems of care for brain injury care and research. RIM also operates 31 outpatient sites throughout southeast Michigan specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics.

Summary Description

Under the general supervision of the supervisor, Physical Therapy, treats patients using standard physical therapy procedures such as heat, cold, electricity, traction, ultrasound, and exercise. Evaluates patients' motor and neurological capabilities and documents findings.

Responsibilities include treating patients with physical therapy techniques, assisting in rehabilitative exercise programs, instructing patients on the use of rehabilitative equipment (braces, splints, ambulation aids), and administering tests to evaluate motor and neurological functions.

Documents all patient treatments, evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with departmental policies. Co-signs notes written by assistants, aides, and students. Develops home care programs and provides family instruction during hospitalization and after discharge.

Participates in interdisciplinary meetings, reports on patient progress, and consults with team members. Oversees and evaluates physical therapy assistants, aides, students, and volunteers as assigned.

Maintains equipment and supplies, recommends purchases, and stays current on treatment techniques through professional development. Serves as a member of a designated service line and promotes interdisciplinary care programs.

Supports the values of DMC by demonstrating commitment to quality, community welfare, respect, teamwork, communication, innovation, education, and resource efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or certification from an accredited program.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in Michigan.

Additional Information

Job Category: Therapy and Rehabilitation

Primary Location: DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan

Employment practices are non-discriminatory and comply with legal standards. Upon conditional offer, a criminal background check is required. Participation in E-Verify and WOTC programs is part of the employment process.