Physical Therapist Stilson (Clinton Township, MI) Full Time Days
About The Position
Under general supervision of the supervisor, Physical Therapy, treats patients using standard physical therapy procedures such as heat, cold, electricity, traction, ultrasound and exercise. Evaluates patients motor and neurological capabilities and documents findings. Treats patients using standard physical therapy procedures; assists patients in rehabilitative exercise programs; and instructs patients in the use of rehabilitative equipment such as braces, splints, and ambulation aides. Administers and interprets a variety of tests to evaluate the motor and neurological capabilities of patients. Documents patient treatments, initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries in accordance with departmental policies and service line protocols. Co-signs notes written by physical therapy assistants, aides and/or students. Develops home care programs for patients and provides instruction to families during hospitalization and upon discharge. Attends interdisciplinary meetings and various conferences to report on patients progress; consults regularly with other service line team members regarding patient treatment. Oversees, instructs and evaluates physical therapy assistants, aids, students and/or volunteers, as assigned. Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and supplies in assigned treatment areas; recommends the purchase of supplies and/or equipment, as needed. Maintains professional expertise through workshops, lectures, conferences, departmental, service line meetings, etc. in order to remain current on treatment techniques. Serves as a member of a designated service line. Assists in the implementation of programs and services to foster a interdisciplinary approach and a service line system of care. Promotes the values of the DMC by demonstrating behaviors supportive of a commitment to quality, community welfare, respect and involvement, teamwork, open and effective communication, innovation and education, and efficient and effective resource use.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy or certification from an accredited physical therapy program.
- Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan.
Responsibilities
- Treats patients using standard physical therapy procedures
- Assists patients in rehabilitative exercise programs
- Instructs patients in the use of rehabilitative equipment
- Administers and interprets tests to evaluate motor and neurological capabilities
- Documents patient treatments, evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries
- Co-signs notes written by physical therapy assistants, aides and/or students
- Develops home care programs for patients and provides instruction to families
- Attends interdisciplinary meetings and conferences to report on patient progress
- Consults with other service line team members regarding patient treatment
- Oversees, instructs and evaluates physical therapy assistants, aids, students and/or volunteers
- Maintains equipment and supplies in assigned treatment areas
- Recommends the purchase of supplies and/or equipment
- Maintains professional expertise through workshops, lectures, conferences, etc.
- Serves as a member of a designated service line
- Assists in the implementation of programs and services to foster a interdisciplinary approach and a service line system of care
- Promotes the values of the DMC
Benefits
- Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
