Remote Physiatrist

Vestibular And Orthopedic/Spine Physical Therapist
Canton Therapy Services is in the Michigan Medicine Canton Health Center at 1051 North Canton Center Rd in Canton, MI. We are a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic that provides Physical and Occupational Therapy services as well as Speech and Language Pathology for individuals with impairments due to acute and chronic neurological, orthopedic, pelvic health, spine, lymphedema, vestibular, and general rehab conditions. We provide a broad spectrum of care for patients and families requiring limited, one-time therapy services, to those who require complex episodic care. Our unique clinic provides a variety of specialized teams as indicated above. The employee is expected to provide direct patient care designed to restore and maximize function by utilizing evidence-based examination, evaluation, and treatment interventions all while working in coordination with a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Interpret referrals and ensure necessary precautions are identified so that appropriate physical therapy evaluation and treatment can be provided.
Utilizes independent clinical decision making to progress patients and modify treatment depending upon the patient’s needs and medical status.
Collaborate with a PTA to ensure continuity and quality of care
Document patient evaluation, treatment and discharge status clearly, concisely, and in a timely manner.
Stay current with best practices and continuing education in physical therapy
Mentor students and residents
May conduct research under the guidance of a Physical Therapy Director.
May conduct special projects contributing to teaching materials and procedures used in physical therapy.
Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or basic MS
Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT)
Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Program and Clinical Internship
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan
Current CPR and First Aid Certification

• Experience with outpatient vestibular rehabilitative care along with health promotion and wellness of all vestibular related conditions including but not limited to the follow diagnoses:
• Post surgical vestibular rehabilitation
• Experience with outpatient spine and orthopedic rehabilitative care along with health promotion and wellness of all spine and orthopedic conditions including but not limited to the following diagnoses across the rehabilitation spectrum:

Acute or chronic musculoskeletal injury due to a car accident, sport, or a fall
Total joint replacement surgery, including but not limited to knee, hip, shoulder, ankle
Post-surgical care
A strong orthopedic/manual therapy foundation is desired when treating complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

A passion for vestibular, orthopedic and spine physical therapy- taking patients the next steps to returning to independent function in home/work/community activities
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
~2:1 Match on retirement savings

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. This is a full-time 40-hour position. Clinic hours of operation are 7A-7P Monday through Friday requiring at least 3 and maximum of 4 closing shifts. Applicants must have availability to work within the hours of operation Monday-Friday. This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.