Physical Therapist Weekends

Corewell Health • Niles, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Corewell Health is hiring a weekend Physical Therapist for its South Medical Center, Saint Joseph, and Niles locations, as needed. The position requires working 46 out of 52 weekends each year. Weekends are defined as shifts between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, though specific hours may vary by location and need. The position includes working at least one summer and one winter holiday weekend.

The Physical Therapist assesses, plans, organizes, administers, documents, and evaluates direct patient care in accordance with accepted physical therapy practice and the physician’s overall treatment plan. The therapist evaluates appropriately referred patients, determines rehabilitation potential, develops individualized treatment plans, administers treatments, documents care and progress, and coordinates with patients, families, physicians, and other rehabilitation team members.

The listed primary location is Lakeland Hospital St Joseph in St. Joseph, with work also taking place at Niles and St. Joseph Hospital locations as needed. This is a part-time position with 24 scheduled hours per week and a weekend shift.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited school of physical therapy (APTA).
• Physical Therapist credential for the State of Michigan.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients properly referred under Michigan law to determine rehabilitation potential and establish individualized treatment plans.
• Administer physical therapy treatments according to professional standards and department procedures to maximize patient functioning and achieve treatment goals in coordination with patients, families, physicians, and other team members.
• Maintain accurate documentation, department records, and reports for assigned patients, communicating treatment plans and progress to referring physicians.
• Maintain professional growth and competency to support quality of care.
• Contribute to the efficient and productive operation of rehabilitation services.
• Communicate effectively with rehabilitation team members about physical therapy programs to support understanding and patient care.
• Work 46 out of 52 weekends, including at least one summer and one winter holiday weekend.

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.
• Optional home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
• Up to $15,000 in sign-on bonuses for this opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time