Physical Therapist

4 weeks ago


Lansing, Michigan, United States Sparrow Health System Full time
Job Opportunity

Job ID: 42623 MFB, DPT, PT

Description:

Positions Location:
Lansing, MI

General Purpose of Job:
Assumes full responsibility for evaluating patient's need for physical therapy. Plans and executes individual treatment programs in accordance with the State of Michigan licensure and PT scope of practice. Keeps treatment skills upgraded through continuing education, evidence-based research, and program development. Performs job responsibilities in accordance with the program's strategic objectives and goals to carry out organizational strategic objectives.

Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers 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. Treatment goals should be interdisciplinary and patient-centered whenever possible.
  • 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 patient's status and progress through initial evaluation, progress notes, and discharge summary according to established internal/external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines.
  • 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.
  • Revise treatment plan as necessary. Reviews revised goals with patient and family as appropriate.
  • 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.
  • Evaluates patient's need for medical equipment and work with discharge planning/physicians to order the appropriate equipment as necessary. Evaluates equipment upon delivery and instructs patient, patient's family, and healthcare workers on its use.
  • Participates in planning for patient discharge by considering and communicating with patient, family, community support/services, and environmental limitations.
  • Follows all hospital policy and procedures related to infection control.
  • Meets or exceeds program productivity expectations.
  • Provides discipline-specific coverage (following cross-training) within Sparrow Hospital system as requested.
  • Supports program operations as assigned.


Other Job Responsibilities:

  • May serve as a clinical instructor for physical therapy students. Supervises, teaches, and evaluates skills of students and volunteers. Communicates with participating universities regarding skill level of students.
  • May participate in program development as assigned.
  • May participate in orientation and training of new staff.
  • Assists in maintaining clean and orderly treatment areas.


Requirements:
Shift
Variable
Degree Type/Education Level
Bachelor's
Status
Per Diem
Facility
Sparrow Hospital
Experience Level
New Grad

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