Physical Therapist PRN

Corewell Health • Saint Joseph, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides therapy to patients based on patient need and medical direction. Provides patient and caregiver education and arranges for adaptive equipment as needed. The role includes evaluating patients’ disabilities, establishing goals and treatment plans, delivering and adjusting treatment, documenting care, and supporting rehabilitation services through staff education and process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Physical Therapist credential for the State of Michigan, required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days, or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Six months of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to assess disability within the scope of practice, establish goals and a treatment plan, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Provide treatment and education to restore and help patients achieve maximal function.
• Assess treatment effectiveness and modify goals or treatment methods as needed to meet changing patient needs.
• Document patient evaluations and treatment in compliance with department standards and medical-legal and reimbursement procedures.
• Instruct and train rehabilitation staff, nursing staff, other medical personnel, and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
• Participate in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, program development, and marketing activities.
• Meet department productivity standards.
• Improve clinical skills by applying continuing education and in-service learning, participating in applicable competencies, and developing new patient-care concepts and skills for various population groups.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals; eligibility depends on employment type and status.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with offers on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time