Physical Therapist Casual

McLaren Health Care • Bay City, MI

7d

About The Position

The physical therapist assesses patients’ ability to move and perform daily functional activities, identifies deficits, and develops individualized treatment plans with patient-centered goals. The role focuses on reducing pain, restoring function, preventing disability, and helping individuals maintain mobility. The therapist evaluates patients, provides and reassesses treatment, manages discharge planning, documents care, educates patients and caregivers, and collaborates with the health care team while practicing within the State of Michigan’s scope of practice.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current State Board of Physical Therapy licensure.
• BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of physical therapist experience.
• For Lead: three years of recent clinical expertise in the area of concentration.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients by obtaining histories, conducting relevant systems reviews, and selecting and administering tests and measures.
• Establish individualized plans of care and select treatment techniques addressing identified impairments in accordance with physician orders.
• Reassess patients and their responses to treatment on an ongoing basis.
• Initiate and manage discharge planning beginning at the first visit and continuing throughout treatment.
• Supervise and delegate to ancillary staff and students in accordance with state laws and department policy.
• Complete legible, accurate, and clear documentation within department timeframes and in accordance with accreditation requirements and insurance regulations.
• Communicate with patients, families, caregivers, significant others, and health care team members to promote the maximum benefit of care, utilizing AIDET.
• Assess educational needs and provide education to patients, families, caregivers, or significant others.
• Participate in professional growth and development, including educational programs, in-service meetings, workshops, and review of current literature concerning the scope of practice.
• Participate actively in quality improvement activities.
• Provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff and comply with approved safety standards.
• Practice within the scope defined by the State of Michigan practice act.
• Perform other related duties as required and directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time