Physical Therapist Pediatric Outpatient Rehab

Corewell Health • Niles, MI

5d • 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 is primarily in pediatrics, with the opportunity to work with other patient populations if desired.

The position is full-time, scheduled for 40 hours per week during the day, with work hours of either 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The primary location is the Niles-Buchanan YMCA in Niles, Michigan. Eligible candidates may receive up to $15,000 in incentives.

Corewell Health describes its team members as essential to delivering personalized health care to patients, members, and communities. The organization is committed to investing in its team and to improving health, instilling humanity, and inspiring hope.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Physical Therapist license 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 scope of practice, establish goals and a treatment plan, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Provide treatment and education to restore and return patients to maximal function.
• Assess treatment effectiveness and modify goals or treatment methods to address changing needs.
• Document each patient’s evaluation and treatment in accordance 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 process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, program development, and marketing activities.
• Meet department productivity standards.
• Improve clinical skills by applying continuing education and in-services, participating in applicable competencies, and developing new patient-care concepts and skills with various population groups.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work-life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory for 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.
• Up to $15,000 in incentives for eligible candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time