Physical Therapist Relief Position

Spectrum Health; Watervliet Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

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Identity protection

Home and auto insurance

Pet insurance

Retirement match

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a part-time Rehabilitation Therapist for inpatient care at Watervliet Hospital in Michigan. The role focuses on evaluating patients, designing treatment plans, delivering therapy, and educating patients and caregivers to restore function.

The position emphasizes documentation, collaboration with nursing and medical staff, and participation in quality initiatives. Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy, MI licensure, and BLS certification within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• 6 months of relevant experience.
• LIC-Physical Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan required upon hire or equivalent licensure.
• Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan required upon hire.
• CRT-BLS (BLS) certification required within 90 days (AHA or ARC).

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluation procedures to assess disability level and plan treatment.
• Provides treatment program and education to restore maximal function.
• Assesses treatment effectiveness and modifies goals as needed.
• Documents evaluation and treatment per department standards and reimbursement rules.
• Instructs and trains rehab staff and other medical personnel.
• Participates in process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, program development and marketing.
• Demonstrates productivity per department standards.
• Pursues continuing education and competency development across populations.

Skills

Disability evaluation

Treatment planning

Patient education

Documentation

Staff training

Process improvement

Productivity

Continuing education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

MI PT license

BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

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.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.

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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, and pet insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Qualifications Required

• Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program
• Preferred Master's Degree
• 6 months of relevant experience
• Preferred LIC-Physical Therapist - STATE_MI State of Michigan
• Upon Hire required LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan
• Home Care Business Lines Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required
• Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.

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 - Watervliet Hospital - 400 Medical Park Dr - Watervliet Department Name Rehab Acute Inpatient - Watervliet Hosp Employment Type Part time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 0.04 Hours of Work Variable Days Worked Variable Weekend Frequency Variable weekends

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.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.