Physical Therapist Home Care

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide therapy and education to patients in need. This role involves assessing patient conditions, developing treatment plans, and documenting progress to ensure optimal recovery. You will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and participate in ongoing improvement initiatives. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, and offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and services

Retirement options with employer contributions

Optional identity theft protection

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited program required.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in Michigan upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans based on needs.
• Document patient evaluations and treatment compliance.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Techniques

Documentation Skills

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

Provides therapy to patients based on patient need and medical direction. Provides patient/caregiver education and arranges for adaptive equipment as needed.

Essential Functions

1. Performs evaluation procedures to assess the level of disability with regard to scope of practice, goals, and a plan of treatment, and to make appropriate recommendations.
2. Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function to the patient. Assesses effectiveness of treatment and modifies goals/treatment methods as needed to meet changing needs.
3. Documents evaluation and treatment of each patient in compliance with department standards, medical-legal, and reimbursement procedures.
4. Instructs and trains other rehabilitation staff, nursing, other medical personnel, and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
5. Participates in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, program development, and marketing activities.
6. Demonstrates productivity as indicated by department standards.
7. Improves skill areas by applying continuing education, participating in competencies, and developing new concepts of patient care and skills with various populations.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Preferred Master's Degree.
• 6 months of relevant experience preferred.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in Michigan upon hire.
• Driver's license in Michigan upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or ARC within 90 days of hire.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, insurance options.
• Retirement options with employer contributions and matching.
• Benefits eligibility depends on employment type and status.

Primary Location: SITE - Continuing Care - 1239 E Beltline - Grand Rapids

Department: PT - Home Care West

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Weekly Hours: 40

Hours of Work: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Days Worked: Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to a safe environment and equal employment opportunity, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Assistance in the application process is available upon request. For more information, contact 616.486.7447.