Job Opportunity
Job ID:45404 PT, DPT
Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

Evaluate patients, plan treatment programs and perform physical therapy procedures to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery.

• Evaluate and assess patient's functional status. Such areas of assessment include range of motion, strength, reflexes, tone, posture, gait, orthotic or prosthetic fit and sensorimotor function, wheelchair seating etc.
• Develop realistic, functional goals mutually agreed upon with the patient / family.
• Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote functional restoration of mobility.
• Perform treatment according to the established plan, utilizing all available modalities (i.e. heat / cold, hydrotherapy, electrical stimulation, massage, joint mobilization, exercise etc.), equipment and techniques within the scope of physical therapy.
• Document assessment, plan, all care given, and the patient response in the patient record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient's care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.
• Actively participate in case conference, care rounds, and family meetings to progress patient toward rehab goals and discharge planning.
• Re-evaluate patients, assess their progress, and make recommendations as to their discharge planning.
• Maintain professional standards by participating in inservices and hospital / department requirements.
• Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to PTA, PCT, and physical therapy students.

Job Requirements
General Requirements
* State of Michigan PT licensure. * BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire).
Work Experience
* None
Education
* Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Required: * Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations. Preferred: * Experience in physical disabilities is preferred. * Experience in intensive care unit.

FLOAT PT position. Responsible for coverage in both inpatient and outpatient rehab with primary coverage in outpatient areas. Variable/flexible work hours and locations required. Float positions will receive an additional $3.00/hr.

Sparrow Health System 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.

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Job Family
Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health
Requirements:
Shift
Variable
Degree Type / Education Level
Bachelor's
Status
Per Diem
Facility
Sparrow Hospital
Experience Level
New Grad