Physical Therapist - Neurological Rehab

Munson Healthcare; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Munson Healthcare in Traverse City, MI seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to assess patients, design and implement individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with an inter-disciplinary team. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, ongoing education, and patient-centered goals.

The position is full-time with a 40-hour work week, Monday–Friday, at Munson Ave location. A $9,000 sign-on bonus is offered, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on excellence in patient care within northern

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Clinical experience with the neuro population preferred.
• Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs for physical therapy and plan individualized treatment.
• Execute treatment plans in collaboration with the inter-disciplinary team.
• Maintain effective communication and contribute innovative ideas.
• Re-evaluate patient status and adjust goals as needed.
• Evaluate equipment needs and instruct on its use.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Graduated from an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Michigan PT licensure

Job description

Location: 550 Munson Ave, Traverse City MI

Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sign-On Bonus: $9,000 Sign-On Bonus (Terms and Conditions Apply)

More Than Just Care,It’sCommunity

Imagine doing meaningful work in a place where peoplevacation.That’slife at Munson Healthcare - northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system, with eight award-winning community hospitals serving over half a million residents across 29 counties.

If you want a career in healthcare and alifestylemost people only dream about – with freshwater lakes, scenic trails, charming downtowns, a vibrant arts scene, and endless outdoor adventures - you might just beMunson Material.To us, that means teammates who live by our values ofexcellence,teamness, positivity, creativity, and a commitment to creatingexceptional experiences for our patients and each other. Join a team that delivers outstanding care in one of the most beautiful regions in the country.

Invested in You

Grow: Tuition reimbursement, in-person and onlinedevelopment,and access to ourcareer hubto help you advance.

Thrive: Full benefits, paid holidays, generous PTO, employee discounts, and freeindividualretirement counseling.

Be Well: Freewellness platform for you and your family,pluspersonalizedsupport for personal or family challenges.

Be Heard: Share your ideas and help shape the way we work through improvement huddles, employee surveys, and town hall meetings

Job Description

A Day inthe Life

Assumes full responsibility for assessing patient needs for physical therapy. Plans and executes individual treatment plans in accordance with the State of Michigan licensure and PT scope of practice. Keeps treatment skills upgraded through continuing education, evidence-based research, and program development. Maintains effective and harmonious collaboration with inter-disciplinary team through clear communication and innovative contributions.

Establishes treatment goals in collaboration with patients and family as appropriate, and in collaboration with the treatment team. Treatment goals should be interdisciplinary and patient-centered whenever possible. Establishes a written treatment plan and administers treatment for each patient according to the stated goals. Delegates responsibilities to physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation technicians as appropriate.

Re-evaluates the patient's status and effects of treatment. Revises the treatment plan as necessary. Reviews revised goals with patients and family as appropriate.

Evaluates patients' need for medical equipment and orders the appropriate equipment as necessary. Evaluates equipment upon delivery and instructs patients, patients, family and health care workers on its use.

Qualifications

What’s Required

• Graduated from an accredited school of Physical Therapy
• Clinical experience with the neuro population preferred
• Physical Therapy licensure with the State of Michigan
• Demonstrates excellence in communication skills
• Demonstrates excellence in organizational skills

Additional Information

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.