Physical Therapist IP

Beacon Health System; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients, develop and revise plans of care, and supervise therapy assistants. You will perform initial and ongoing assessments and implement PT interventions using standard techniques.

This role includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. Michigan licensure is required, along with CPR/BLS and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Michigan license required; State Driver's License required.
• Maintains current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients using standard physical therapy techniques.
• Establish, revise, and evaluate a plan of care with patient/family involvement.
• Oversee activities of therapy assistants and other support staff.
• Attend department meetings and complete mandatory education within timeframes.

Skills

Modalities knowledge

Tact and discretion

BLS certification

Education

PT degree (Bachelor/Master/Doctorate)

Job description

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus, Relocation Bonus, Student Loan Repayment, and More!

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.
• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.
• Serves as a Clinical Instructor for Therapy Students as requested by Departmental Leadership

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.
• Serves as a Clinical Instructor for Therapy Students as requested by Departmental Leadership

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy. Physical Therapist licensure in the State of Michigan is required. State issued Driver's License required.

Knowledge & Skills

• Requires familiarity with use of modalities and equipment needed to complete standard treatments offered.
• Requires tact and discretion when working with patients, families, and physicians.
• Maintains current BLS certification.

Working Conditions

At risk for occupational exposure to infectious diseases.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Sufficient balance and strength necessary in standing to ensure patient safety.
• Requires the physical ability to perform activities such as, manual muscle testing, PROM, manual techniques, etc.