Physical Therapist / Part Time
On-siteLansing, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Conduct functional rehabilitation for clients in their homes, schools, workplaces, and community settings, moving beyond staged environments to real-life activities like cooking and grocery shopping. Perform evaluations, develop treatment plans, and regularly re-assess effectiveness while attending staffing meetings and family conferences. Execute discharge evaluations, recommend home and community safety modifications, and provide referral resources. Communicate patient needs and progress to the treatment team, physicians, and families, ensuring collaboration and coordination of care. Maintain a flexible schedule and work autonomously within a collaborative team of therapists.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from a college or university with accredited Physical Therapy program
- Current, unrestricted license as Physical Therapist by state in which practicing
- Current Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification in accordance state regulations
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
- Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods
- Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
- A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on the specific location policy, local or state regulations to verify that he/she is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations
Desired Qualifications
- A minimum of one year's work experience as a physical therapist preferred
- Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury
- Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
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