Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation, PRN

Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation, PRN Job Title: Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant Primary Location: Mary Free Bed at Covenant Department: Inpatient Rehabilitation Weekly Schedule Hours: Per-Diem Compensation: $53.50 A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) could be a suitable support for this position, with a standard rate of $30.00 per hour. Mary Free Bed Summary We have the great privilege of helping patients and families re‑build their lives. It is extraordinarily meaningful work and the reason we greet the day with optimism and anticipation. When patients “Ask for Mary,” they experience a culture that has been sculpted for more than a century. Our hallmark is to carefully listen to patients and innovate to serve them. This is true of every employee, from support staff and leadership to clinicians and care providers. Mission Statement Restoring hope and freedom through rehabilitation. Employment Value Proposition Focus on Patient Care. A self‑less drive to serve and heal connects all MFB employees. Clinical Variety and Challenge. An inter‑disciplinary approach and a top team of professionals create ever‑changing opportunities and activities. Family Culture. We offer the stability of a large organization while nurturing the family/team atmosphere of a small organization. Trust in Each Other. Each employee knows that co‑workers can be trusted to make the right decision for our family, patients, staff, and community. A Proud Tradition. Years of dedicated, quality service to our patients and community have yielded a reputation that fills our employees with pride. Age Specific Responsibility Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned department. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age‑specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Summary Provides physical therapy services as assigned by, and under the supervision of, a physical therapist. Keeps treatment skills updated through continuing education, evidence‑based research, and program development. Perform job responsibilities in accordance with the program's strategic objectives and goals to carry out organizational strategic objectives. Essential Job Responsibilities Staff will provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation. Provides patient care. Assists the physical therapist in treatment planning and conducting evaluation procedures. Assists the physical therapist in treating patients utilizing modalities, therapeutic exercise, assistive devices, and functional activities. Provides verbal and/or written feedback to the physical therapist regarding all significant observations or changes in the patient's condition, reaction, and response to treatment. Assists the physical therapist in determining equipment and supply needs and may participate in the acquisition and inventory of these items. Functions as primary therapist in treatment of patient following evaluation and direction of physical therapist. Documents patient's status and progress according to established internal/external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines. Communicates with others to integrate physical therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care. Participates in conferences/discussions and exchange of written records with other interdisciplinary team members as directed by the physical therapist to integrate physical therapy treatment plan. Instructs the patient and the family in physical therapy procedures as part of providing patient and family education including written instructions as necessary. Participates in various meetings and in‑services as designated. Follows all hospital policy and procedures including but not limited to patient confidentiality and infection control. Meets or exceeds program productivity expectations. Supports program operations as assigned. Functions as patient advocate. Demonstrates competence in relevant software and hardware required to meet job responsibilities. Adheres to the Mary Free Bed Standards of Behavior when working with patients, coworkers and members of the community. Customer Service Responsibilities Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourage, coach, and monitor the same in team members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co‑workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information. Responsibilities in Quality Improvement Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participate in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service. Essential Job Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Licensure with the State of Michigan. Possesses and maintains CPR certification to meet department/program protocol. Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification Levels: None (No specific requirements) Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Frequently (1/3 to 2/3) Majority (More than 2/3) Remain in a stationary position: Frequently Traverse or move around work location: Majority Use keyboard: None Operate or use department specific equipment: Majority Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: Majority Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: None Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: None Transport, position, and/or exert force: Frequently up to more than 100 pounds. Equal Employment Opportunity Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io. Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr