Physical Therapist On-Call | Grand Rapids

Hope Network; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $50/hour

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible, on-call scheduling

Supportive, collaborative work

Job summary

Hope Network in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an on-call Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat adults with neurological injuries within a Neuro Rehabilitation program. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients, and contribute to discharge planning while providing flexible on-call coverage.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of neuro rehab experience, an active PT license, and APTA membership. Mileage reimbursement and referral bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of experience with adults who have neurological disabilities or traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
• Active Physical Therapist license and APTA membership.
• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate individuals and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on therapy to improve strength, balance, mobility, coordination, and functional independence.
• Design and monitor home exercise programs and mobility interventions.
• Train direct care staff on safe transfers, gait techniques, and therapy recommendations.
• Collaborate with PTAs, rehabilitation staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Complete timely documentation, progress notes, and treatment reports.
• Participate in care planning, discharge planning, family education, and team meetings.
• Monitor therapy equipment and recommend adaptive equipment or mobility devices as needed.

Skills

Neurological rehab experience

APTA membership

Education

Physical Therapist license

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist (On-Call): Neuro Rehabilitation

Make a real impact—help someone regain independence while building a career you're proud of.

The On-Call Physical Therapist provides skilled physical therapy services to individuals in Hope Network's Neuro Rehabilitation program. In this flexible role, you'll evaluate, treat, and educate individuals recovering from neurological injuries and conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve mobility, function, and quality of life. While this is an on-call position, consistent scheduling opportunities are anticipated during an upcoming maternity leave coverage.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate individuals and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans
• Provide hands-on therapy to improve strength, balance, mobility, coordination, and functional independence
• Design and monitor home exercise programs and mobility interventions
• Train direct care staff on safe transfers, gait techniques, and therapy recommendations
• Collaborate with PTAs, rehabilitation staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
• Complete timely documentation, progress notes, and treatment reports
• Participate in care planning, discharge planning, family education, and team meetings
• Monitor therapy equipment and recommend adaptive equipment or mobility devices as needed

What We're Looking For

• Compassionate and patient with a passion for helping others achieve meaningful recovery
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic rehabilitation environment

What You Bring

• Two or more years of experience working with adults with neurological disabilities or traumatic brain injuries (TBI)

Required

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current Physical Therapist license
• Membership with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

Top Benefits

• Competitive pay: $50/hour
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible, on-call scheduling
• Supportive, collaborative work environment

Why Hope Network

Not your average job. Not your average impact.

At Hope Network, you’re not just filling a role—you’re showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support. Every day looks different, but one thing stays the same: what you do matters.

Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve. We believe no human is more valuable than the next—and the work you do here truly matters.