Physical Therapist Relief Position

Corewell Health; Watervliet Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist in Michigan to assess patients, develop treatment programs, and provide education. Responsibilities include performing evaluations, documenting treatment compliance, and training staff. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited program, with a Master's preferred, and possess a Michigan Physical Therapy license. Basic Life Support certification is required within 90 days. This role is critical for improving patient functionality and ensuring compliance with department standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program required.
• Preferred Master's Degree for better qualifications.
• 6 months of relevant experience preferred.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Michigan required upon hire.
• Driver's License in Michigan required for Home Care Business Lines upon hire.
• BLS certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and assess disability levels for treatment recommendations.
• Develop treatment programs to restore patient functional abilities.
• Document evaluations and treatment compliance with standards.
• Train rehabilitation staff and medical personnel on patient needs.
• Participate in process improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Demonstrate productivity according to department standards.
• Apply continuing education to improve skill areas.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment program development

Documentation

Training staff

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

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

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Documents evaluation and treatment of each patient in compliance with department standards, medical-legal and reimbursement procedures.
• Instructs and trains other rehabilitation staff, nursing, other medical personnel and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
• Participates in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives/improvement, program development and marketing activities.
• Demonstrates productivity as indicated by department standard.
• Improves skill areas as demonstrated by applying continuing education in-services, participating in competencies in applicable areas, and developing new concepts of patient care and additional skills with various population groups.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor\'s Degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program
• Preferred Master\'s Degree
• 6 months of relevant experience preferred
• Licensed Physical Therapist (MI) - State of Michigan; upon hire
• Driver\'s License - Michigan; Home Care Business Lines; upon hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC); within 90 days

Note: This description reflects essential job duties and qualifications and is not an exhaustive list of duties. EEO statements and compliance information are provided as required by law.

About Corewell Health (Optional Context Limited to Compliance)

Corewell Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We support a safe, drug-free workplace and comply with applicable vaccination and accommodation requirements as allowed by law.