Physical Therapist Outpatient

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

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Job summary

Corewell Health seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide patient-focused therapy in outpatient orthopedics at the Gas Light Village and 4100 Lake Drive clinics in Grand Rapids. You will educate patients, evaluate function, and develop individualized treatment plans to restore maximal mobility.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, licensure in Michigan, BLS certification, and preferred 6 months of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program required.
• Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Michigan Physical Therapist License required upon hire.
• AHA/ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days.
• 6 months of relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients based on need and medical direction.
• Educate patients and caregivers and arrange adaptive equipment as needed.
• Assess disability levels and set goals and a treatment plan.
• Restore and maximize function; modify goals as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s Degree (Strongly Preferred)

Tools

Michigan Physical Therapist License

BLS Certification

Job description

This role will be split equally between our Gaslight Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic and our 4100 Lake Drive Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic.

About The Clinics

About Outpatient Clinics

Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area.

Scope of work

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program Required
• Master’s Degree Strongly Preferred
• Michigan Physical Therapist License Required Upon Hire
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days
• 6 months of relevant work experience Preferred

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 directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Gas Light Village - 2249 Wealthy St SE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Rehab 4100 Lake Drive - Grand Rapids Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Variable; 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.