Temp - PT - Outpatient (Days) Alpena, MI

Temp - PT - Outpatient (Days) Alpena, MI

Hourly Pay Rate: $65.56

This position delegates responsibility to the Physical Therapist Assistant and Aides. Activities of this position are patient focused and utilize assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in accordance with physical therapy standards, physician orders, and governing policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates the patient's function by performing formal/informal testing measures to determine the skeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular status.
• Develops a goal-specific treatment regime based on assessment data and the patient's tolerance to carry out the treatment plan as prescribed.
• Submits a written treatment regime to be included as part of the plan of treatment authorized by and coordinated with the physician. Updates the plan of care as needed to reflect changes in patient status. Co-signs verbal orders received by the physical therapist assistant as necessary.
• Devises a schedule of treatment, which is frequency and duration specific, to be discussed with patient/family/caregiver and coordinated with clinical support staff.
• Educates patient, family, and/or caregiver regarding pathology or condition, patient alternatives, prognosis, and rationale for treatment through forms of rest, exercise, modalities, and other indicated interventions.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay Packages
• Weekly Pay Schedule via Direct Deposit
• Comprehensive Medical Benefits (W-2)
• Robust Referral Bonus Program
• 24/7 Dedicated team committed to your success throughout your time with VHS
• Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws
• Licensure, Certification, Travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSCC