SIH-PHYSICAL THERAPIST- OUTPATIENT REHAB

Physical Therapist Opportunity

Positions Location: Ionia, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: Evaluate patients, plan treatment programs, and provide physical therapy interventions to patients. Delegate and supervise physical therapy activities performed by others.

Essential Duties

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Team members may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Evaluate and assess patients based upon the referral / establish reasonable goals with patient and/or caregivers.
• Provide patient and/or caregiver education about the results of the evaluation, method of treatment and the results of treatment. Instruct patients and/or family members in home programs.
• Perform treatment according to the established plan, utilizing all available modalities, equipment and techniques within the scope of physical therapy.
• Performs medical record documentation according to established criteria.
• Re-evaluate patients, assess their progress, and make recommendations as to their discharge planning.
• Communicate with other health care professionals verbally and in writing.
• Delegate to Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA's), Athletic Trainers (ATC's), Rehab Aides, and students/interns.
• Supervision including directing, reviewing work performed, training, and cosigning notes for interventions provided by PTA's, ATC's, Rehab Aides, Volunteers, and students/interns ensuring that department policies and procedures are upheld and that quality patient care is provided.
• Cooperate with support staff and other health system departments in order to maximize the efficiency of non-clinical services such as the registering, scheduling, and billing of our patients.
• Participate in in services, staff meetings, team meetings, continuing education courses, and other meetings as needed.
• Follow Sparrow Hospital and Department specific policies, procedures, and compliance guidelines to ensure patient safety including, but not limited to: Infection Prevention, Privacy, and environmental safety.
• Supports and serves as a role model reflecting the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Hospital system
• Participates in On-call rotation coverage of Sparrow Ionia Hospital inpatient care for weekend/ holiday coverage and intermittent weekday coverage as needed.
• Provide Cross-Coverage to other Community Hospitals as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements

Current Michigan license as a Physical Therapist

Current BLS Certification required within 60 days of hire

Work Experience

Experience in an Outpatient Physical Therapy Setting, preferred.

Experience with a mix of Pediatric and Adult populations, preferred.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians, nurses and other healthcare associates.

Demonstrate excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.

Willingness to be trained in specialty areas as indicated by needs of the clinic to meet patient needs.

Manual PT skills, preferred.

UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of chargeensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and market leading wages.

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family: Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements:

Shift: Days

Degree Type / Education Level: Bachelor's

Status: Full-time

Facility: Sparrow Ionia Hospital

Experience Level: New Grad