Physical Therapist PRN

Corewell Health • Watervliet, 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 position is in the Rehab Acute Inpatient department at Watervliet Hospital.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Physical Therapist license for the State of Michigan upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days, or Basic Life Support 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 treatment plans; and make appropriate recommendations.
• Provide treatment and education to help patients restore and achieve maximal function; assess treatment effectiveness and modify goals or methods as patient needs change.
• Document patient evaluations and treatment in compliance with department, medical-legal, and reimbursement standards.
• Instruct and train rehabilitation staff, nursing staff, other medical personnel, and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
• Participate in process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, program development, and marketing activities.
• Meet department productivity standards.
• Develop skills by applying continuing education, 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, with eligibility determined by employment type and status.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level