Physical Therapist Per Diem

Radiant Senior Living; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Allegria Village is seeking a Per Diem/Contingent Physical Therapist to join our Skilled Nursing Facility team in Dearborn, MI. The role involves direct patient care, evaluations, and developing individualized plans of care within an interdisciplinary team.

The candidate will hold an accredited PT degree and an active state license, with SNF experience preferred. This role supports staffing flexibility on a per diem basis within a collaborative, compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• SNF-specific knowledge and experience.
• Previous SNF experience preferred.
• Familiar with state, federal, and professional standards.
• Strong communication, written and verbal.
• Compassionate and professional with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and perform evaluations to develop plans.
• Design and adjust plans of care with family involvement.
• Ensure therapy practices align with standards and policies.
• Supervise support staff to meet functional goals.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team for positive outcomes.
• Maintain documentation including evaluations, goals, and prescriptions.
• Participate in continuing education to stay current.
• Foster relationships with residents and families.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Compassion

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

State license in good standing

Job description

Per Diem/Contingent Physical Therapist – Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Dearborn

Schedule: Per diem

Join our team at Allegria Village, where we are committed to providing exceptional, compassionate care to our residents. We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Per Diem/Contingent Physical Therapist to join our Skilled Nursing Facility team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and perform thorough functional evaluations to develop individualized treatment plans
• Design, implement, and adjust plans of care to achieve optimal patient outcomes, incorporating family participation when appropriate
• Ensure all therapy practices align with established standards of care and facility policies
• Supervise and guide support staff to help patients meet their functional goals
• Collaborate effectively with theinterdisciplinary care team to promote positive outcomes
• Maintain compliance with facility and departmental policies, including quality improvement, safety, and infection control protocols
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation, including evaluations, goals, plans, and physician prescriptions
• Participate in continuing education, workshops, and professionaldevelopment activities to enhance skills and stay current with best practices
• Foster positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues to ensure a supportive care environment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education & Certification Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate program in Physical Therapy
• Current license in good standing with the State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skills specific to the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) population
• Previous SNF experience preferred
• Understanding of all applicable state, federal, and professional standards
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Demonstratedcompassion, empathy, and professionalism when working with residents and families
• Excellent customer service orientation and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Pleasant, positive demeanor and a commitment to delivering quality care

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, crouching, stooping, bending, and stretching
• Ability to transfer patients safely and perform required documentation and computer tasks

What Makes Allegria Village Different:

• 80-bed skilled nursing facility (smaller, team-oriented environment)
• Unlike facilities that outsource therapy services, our rehabilitation team is fully in-house, promoting consistency and communication.
• Lower-acuity care setting (non-vent, non-trach facility)
• Continuity of care across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing on one campus
• Staff build long-term relationships with residents across levels of care
• Each resident has aprivate room (no shared rooms), supporting dignity and comfort
• Convenient central location with easy access via multiple major highways
• On-site amenities including a cafeteria, fitness center, pool and jacuzzi access for staff use.
• Stable, structured environment with consistent leadership support
• Opportunities for long-term employment and internal growth