PHYSICAL THERAPIST - Lansing, United States - Sparrow Health System

Description

Job Opportunity

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Job ID:42985

DPT, PT, Sign On Bonus

Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

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.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• 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.

Sign On Bonus Available

Primary coverage is Outpatient Rehab with occasional inpatient (Acute Care and/or Inpatient Rehab) at all Sparrow sites of care. Hours are flexible and varied depending on area/site being

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.

Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements:

Shift
Days

Degree Type / Education Level
Bachelor's

Status
Full-time

Facility
Sparrow Hospital

Experience Level
New Grad