Physical Therapist - Full Time

Physical Therapist Opportunity in Brighton, MI

We're looking for a physical therapist to take on a full-time, live-in role in a private home health setting in Brighton, MI. You will provide hands-on physical therapy and care to two patients (owners) in their 50s–70s, support light household tasks, and assist with animal care when owners travel. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Michigan Physical Therapist license required to start the position.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical physical therapy experience. New graduates will not be considered.
• Comfortable working in a private home health environment and providing one-on-one care to older adults (ages 50s–70s).
• Willingness to live on-site in a separate private house within the owners' compound. Housing and utilities provided.
• Comfortable with animals and able to provide basic animal care and home checks when owners travel.
• Able to perform light household chores as part of the role.
• Flexible scheduling availability for daytime shifts. Typical days: M, W, TH or M, W, T; no Fridays. Current PT sessions are about 1–2 hours once weekly; frequency may increase.
• Calm, polite, and professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills to interact closely with owners.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for physical therapists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the perfect job including great pay, awesome benefits, relocation assistance, and even sign-on bonuses, all at no cost to you! Discover your perfect match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed just for you.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage provided.
• 401(k) with employer matching. Dollar-for-dollar match up to 3%, then 50% match on contributions up to 5% (example: employee 4% / employer 4%).
• Immediate full vesting of 401(k) contributions.
• PTO negotiable.
• Housing provided on-site in a separate private house within the compound. Utilities and related expenses covered.

Role Details and Expectations:

• Confidential posting. Facility name remains confidential; company details disclosed later in the interview process.
• Live-in position with day-shift schedule. No Fridays.
• Primary patients are the homeowner couple. Provide individualized PT sessions and ongoing mobility support.
• Provide animal care and check on the home when owners travel.
• Strong preference for candidates local to the Brighton, MI area.
• Interview process: first interview virtual with Jennifer/Nate; second interview onsite with the owners.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Location Highlights

Brighton, MI offers a mix of outdoor recreation, local dining, and community events suitable for a clinician seeking a residential position nearby.

• Close access to Kensington Metropark with trails, boating, and nature areas.
• Local dining and shops in downtown Brighton and nearby Howell.
• Proximity to Ann Arbor and Detroit for cultural attractions, theaters, and medical resources.
• Community events and farmers markets during spring through fall.