Per Diem Physical Therapist
About The Position
Schedule: Per Diem | Flexible days Department: Therapy | Huron Valley PACE | Ypsilanti, MI What You'll Do In This Role: Empower movement, restore independence, and transform lives as a Physical Therapist at Huron Valley PACE. In this role, you’ll assess strength, balance, and mobility to develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that include therapeutic exercise, gait training, and pain management for participants with complex needs. Working in both clinic and community settings, you’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, holistic care, lead engaging group exercise programs, and track progress while adapting treatment plans to meet individual goals. The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
- 2 years' experience as a Physical Therapist.
- Valid CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, clinical environment, including experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and education.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
- Strong communication skills, collaboration, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighting up to 35 pounds without assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an outpatient, home health, or PACE setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial assessments and periodic reassessments (minimally every 6 months) of participants’ physical condition and functional status. Assessments must be completed prior to the scheduled Care plan meeting each month.
- Record and signs treatments encounter notes for participant in EMR system.
- Develop, update, and implement Plans of Care, setting goals and providing appropriate treatment programs.
- Review and complete assessments, discharge summaries, and progress notes, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
- Develop and implement maintenance, exercise, and therapy programs for participants.
- Supervise program aides and other staff implementing Physical Therapy treatment programs.
- Assess and recommend adaptive equipment, specialized shoes, and prostheses in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Actively participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, attending case conferences and staff meetings.
- Communicate participant changes and updates to the team, ensuring comprehensive care coordination.
- Participate in discharge planning for participants transitioning from hospitals, assisted living, or skilled nursing facilities.
- Provide training to family members, participant's advocate, and Huron Valley PACE team members.
- Demonstrate active participation in Quality Improvement (QI) processes to enhance service delivery.
Benefits
- Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions
- Daily Pay – Get paid when YOU want!
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
- Community Discounts - various services and products.
- Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
