Physical Therapist

PHOENIX PHYSICAL THERAPY•Grand Blanc, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist for its outpatient clinic in Grand Blanc, Michigan. The role develops and implements physical therapy programs to restore function and improve physical movement. It coordinates care across an interdisciplinary team and oversees physical therapy assistants, rehab aides, trainers, and other allied health professionals. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops and adjusts rehabilitative treatment plans, and provides therapeutic procedures, exercises, or equipment-based care to restore movement, strength, or flexibility. The role also educates patients and families about the recovery process and maintains patient confidentiality, safety, and compliance with Medicare and other quality initiatives. The position is full-time. Phoenix Physical Therapy describes its clinics as community-focused and collaborative, with emphasis on work-life balance, continuing education, and career advancement. A structured mentorship program is available for new graduates. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.
Physical Therapy license.
Current CPR certification.
Competency in physical therapy evaluation, assessment, care planning, and treatment.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including oral and written communication.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Problem and situational analysis skills.
Ability to identify and seek needed information.
Detail-oriented.
Customer/client orientation.
Varied physical activities, including sitting, walking, squatting, stooping, lifting, bending, and reaching.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and lift 100 pounds.
Ability to use a variety of equipment, including a telephone, writing instruments, PC, fax, and physical therapy equipment.

Nice To Haves

Structured mentorship program is offered for new graduates.

Responsibilities

Meet with patients to collect medical history and evaluate current physical ability.
Develop rehabilitative treatment programs intended to maximize function or reduce pain.
Use therapeutic procedures, exercise, or equipment to restore movement, strength, or flexibility.
Coordinate care across an interdisciplinary team and oversee physical therapy assistants, rehab aides, trainers, or other allied health professionals.
Periodically reevaluate patient status and modify care plans as needed.
Educate patients and families about expectations throughout the recovery process.
Maintain patient confidentiality and safety.
Maintain compliance with Medicare and other quality initiatives.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.