Staff Physical Therapist - Part Time (20 Hours) - Days - Cottage Grosse Pointe Farms

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Perform PT evaluation and diagnose movement dysfunction; use interventions to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function and prevent disability.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs patient assessment, treatment, discharge planning and collaboration with other health care providers.

• Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.

• Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care.

• Functions as a team member in care of patients and in mentoring with other staff.

• Delegates aspects of patient care to support staff per PT/PTA MI Licensure Administrative Rules providing necessary communication and supervision.

• Maintains clinical productivity standards.

• Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.

• Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.

• Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within the clinic and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.

• Maintains patient confidentiality according to HFHS HIPAA policies.

• Maintains adherence to all applicable Federal/State law/regulations, APTA standards of practice, MI Licensure requirements, the HFHS Integrity/ Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, as well as all other HFHS policies and procedures.

• If requested, represents HFHS at community and professional functions.

• Participates in student education programs

• May have other duties assigned as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Physical Therapist bachelor degree with 5 years of experience OR Master's/Doctorate degree acquired from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current State of Michigan licensure. Will consider those who will be licensed within 30 days of applying.

• Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire)

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group

• Department: Physical Therapy-GP Cottage

• Shift: Day Job

• Union Code: Not Applicable