Physical Therapist - Part Time

Rivetus Rehabilitation; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) eligibility and matching

Professional license reimbursement

Job summary

Rivetus Rehabilitation in Troy, MI is looking for a part-time Physical Therapist to provide care and treatment for patients with physical dysfunction. You will be responsible for assessment, treatment planning, and documentation of care, working with patients in skilled nursing facilities.

The role involves flexibility in creating your own schedule, with Sundays required. Candidates must have completed an accredited Physical Therapy program and possess the necessary licensure for Michigan. Rivetus offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan.
• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy screenings and evaluations.
• Provide physical therapy treatment consistent with APTA standards.
• Develop and implement treatment plans using various methods.
• Provide direct patient care in accordance with productivity standards.
• Check and review the work of PTAs and aides as assigned.

Skills

Professional judgement

Flexibility

Patient interaction

Physical capability

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Join the Rivetus Team!

Rivetus has been serving the geriatric Post‑Acute community since 1998. We are a specialized rehabilitation company operated and managed at the executive level by licensed clinicians. Our unique perspective combines superior knowledge of the healthcare regulatory industry with a passion for positive patient outcomes. We incorporate solid business practices with skill and compassion to provide superior service, expedite healing, and enhance the quality of life for patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities.

Facility Location

Troy – 925 West South Boulevard, Troy, MI 48085

Schedule

Part‑Time – Create your own schedule. Sundays needed. Shift premium.

General Summary

In this role you will provide physical therapy services to patients impaired by physical dysfunction, including assessment, treatment planning and implementation of treatment plans. You will participate in patient care conferences, program development, and screenings as appropriate. You will provide supervision for PTAs and aides as assigned, complete appropriate documentation, and adhere to policies, procedures, and current standards of clinical practice.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy screenings and evaluations to determine patient physical status.
• Provide physical therapy treatment consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the APTA for Physical Therapists.
• Develop and implement treatment plans using strengthening, modalities, and retraining to reach patients’ highest potential for independence.
• Provide direct patient care in accordance with productivity standards by use of graded activities to facilitate the restoration of physical and functional abilities.
• Check, instruct, assign, and review the work of PTAs and aides as assigned.
• Provide documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.
• Participate, as requested, in patient care conferences, per company guidelines.
• Participate in CQI activities as required ensuring continuous quality of care.
• Promote current standards of clinical practice through participation in continuing education and in‑service programs.
• Coordinate, and/or participate in in‑service programs for internal/external groups.
• Participate in new program development.
• Participate in company meetings and additional activities directed to facilitate effective departmental operations.

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.
• Initiative and flexibility in the work environment.
• Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.
• Physical ability to bend, position, transfer and lift patients weighing from 80 pounds to over 300 pounds without restriction, utilizing lifting devices clinically recommended for the patient.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) eligibility and matching after 3 months of service.
• Professional license reimbursement.