Physical Therapist - PRN

Rivetus Rehabilitation; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401k eligibility & matching after 3 months of service

Job summary

Rivetus Rehabilitation is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to deliver excellent care and treatment to patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities. This role involves conducting evaluations, developing personalized treatment plans, and providing direct care to enhance patients' recovery and independence.

The successful candidate will be licensed in Michigan and have completed an accredited physical therapy program. The position offers competitive pay and 401k eligibility after 3 months of service.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy screenings and evaluations.
• Provide treatment consistent with APTA standards.
• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans.
• Supervise PTAs and aides as assigned.
• Document patient care and maintain medical records.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

Skills

Professional judgement

Initiative and flexibility

Patient interaction

Physical strength

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Licensure in Michigan

Job description

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

Whitehall - 916 E. Lewis St. Whitehall, MI 49461

Schedule

PRN/Contingent

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. Participates in patient care conferences, program development, and screenings as appropriate. Provides supervision for PTAs and aides as assigned. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres 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
• 401k eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.