Physical Therapist I

MyMichigan Health•Saginaw, MI

15d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist I provides patient-focused care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in accordance with physical therapy standards, physician orders, and governing policies and procedures. The position delegates responsibilities to Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides and may function as case manager for assigned cases. The role evaluates patient function, develops and updates individualized treatment plans, coordinates treatment schedules with patients and clinical support staff, and educates patients and caregivers about conditions, prognosis, treatment alternatives, and home programs. The Physical Therapist documents care and billing information, supervises assistants, aides, and students, recommends adaptive equipment, contributes to interdisciplinary care, staff education, process improvement, program development, and community education, and supports MyMichigan Health’s mission, confidentiality, and service standards. Employees must demonstrate Microsoft Windows competency and may be required to participate in additional learning opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with specialization in Physical Therapy.
Physical Therapist credential.
Basic Life Support certification through AHA, obtained within one month of hire or transfer.
Current Michigan driver license and access to reliable transportation, with ability to drive under hazardous road conditions as required by the patient care area.
Effective English verbal and written communication skills for interacting with individuals and groups at all levels.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem-solving, organizational, time-management, and initiative skills.
Ability to work where exposed to communicable diseases and use personal protective equipment correctly.
Ability to perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation.
Ability to demonstrate and teach selected treatment routines to professional and non-professional individuals.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, work well with others and independently, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and stay awake.
Ability to move freely about the facility with or without an assistive device and perform job functions described in the position.
Overall vision and hearing, with or without assistive devices.
Dexterity for handling, reaching, grasping, fingering, and feeling, potentially repetitively.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry 21–50 pounds, frequently handle 20 pounds and/or walk, stand, or push/pull arm or leg controls, and constantly handle 10 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods and make postural changes such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment that may include latex materials or an appropriate substitute.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patient function using formal and informal measures to determine skeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular status.
Develop goal-specific treatment regimens based on assessment data and patient tolerance.
Submit a written treatment regimen for inclusion in the physician-authorized and coordinated plan of treatment; update the plan of care as needed and co-sign verbal orders received by a Physical Therapist Assistant when necessary.
Develop a frequency- and duration-specific treatment schedule in consultation with the patient, family, or caregiver and coordinate it with clinical support staff.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers about pathology or condition, alternatives, prognosis, and treatment rationale, including rest, exercise, modalities, and other indicated interventions.
Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Home Health Aides, and students according to affiliate and regulatory standards.
Recommend adaptive or supportive equipment, contact appropriate representatives or suppliers, place orders, and assist patients in securing equipment.
Document patient and caregiver responses to treatment and changes in patient condition according to affiliate policies and regulatory standards.
Complete daily documentation required for billing in compliance with affiliate policy and regulatory agencies.
Provide treatment interventions and demonstrate competence in facilitating or restoring optimal functioning within the therapist’s patient care area.
Teach patients, families, and caregivers home education programs using relevant and effective methods.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers and coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
Promote education and development among staff, students, and other health care providers.
Promote process improvement and assist with program development.
Participate in team conferences and interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate.
Promote physical therapy within MyMichigan Health and the service area, including participating in and providing community education.
Function as case manager for assigned cases.
Demonstrate commitment to MyMichigan Health and affiliate mission through customer service, quality of service, and teamwork.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and affiliate information in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows and participate in further learning opportunities when required.
Complete MyMichigan Health and affiliate-specific orientation and new-hire competency requirements.
Complete mandatory OSHA training annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.
Use personal protective equipment correctly and follow bloodborne pathogen and TB testing requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.