Positions Location: Lansing, MI
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.
| 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!
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.
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.
| Shift | Variable |
| Degree Type / Education Level | Bachelor's |
| Status | Full-time |
| Facility | Sparrow Hospital |
| Experience Level | New Grad |