Physical Therapy Resident - Acute Care

Henry Ford Health•Detroit, MI

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Resident participates in Henry Ford Health’s accredited acute care residency program, which provides clinical and didactic education to advance a physical therapist’s knowledge and clinical skills in acute care. The resident evaluates patients, diagnoses movement dysfunction, and uses interventions to promote movement, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. Work is performed independently and under direct mentorship according to curricular requirements. The program includes a minimum of 150 hours of mentorship from subject matter experts, 300 educational hours, clinical practice, and other special opportunities. Residents are full-time employees who receive a salary, and there is no program tuition. After successful completion of an accredited residency, graduates are eligible to sit for the corresponding ABPTS board-certified specialist exam, where one exists.

Requirements

Master's or doctorate degree from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)-accredited program.
Current State of Michigan licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure before the deadline established by the residency program.
Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessment, treatment, discharge planning, and collaboration with other health care providers.
Document patient care and billing information promptly and according to department standards.
Communicate with co-workers and other professionals, including physicians and nurses, to support optimal patient care.
Function as a team member in patient care and in mentoring with other staff.
Delegate aspects of patient care to support staff according to PT/PTA Michigan licensure administrative rules, providing necessary communication and supervision.
Maintain clinical productivity standards.
Advance technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.
Participate in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities, and program development.
Maintain awareness of patient safety issues in the clinic and in the use of equipment; assist with maintaining patient care equipment as needed.
Maintain patient confidentiality according to Henry Ford Health HIPAA policies.
Adhere to applicable laws, regulations, APTA standards of practice, Michigan licensure requirements, Henry Ford Health compliance and conduct requirements, and other organizational policies and procedures.
Represent Henry Ford Health at community and professional functions if requested.
Participate in clinical education programs as approved by the Site Coordinator of Clinical Education.
Perform other duties as assigned.