Physical Therapist, PRN

About the Role

Evaluates, plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatments for patients with injuries or muscle, nerve, joint and bone conditions. The goal is to improve or restore function, increase strength, relieve pain and enhance functional independence. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Licensed Physical Therapist in good standing in the State of Michigan
• BLS required within 3 months of hire
• Current Michigan driver’s license, daily access to a vehicle for business use and proof of insurance required for Bronson at Home

Bronson at Home Requirements

• Driving your own vehicle on a regularly scheduled basis to perform business on behalf of Bronson is required. This includes passing an MVR check after an offer is made and before the start date.
• Proof of valid auto insurance must be submitted and kept current.
• Employees must update Bronson if a different vehicle will be used for business purposes.

Skills and Abilities

• Keyboarding skills to operate a PC or mobile device
• Ability to work as a team member and communicate effectively with patients, visitors and the care team
• Social sensitivity and strong communication skills in English
• High level of interpersonal skills to manage delicate patient care matters
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze data from clinical systems and equipment

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve mental and visual fatigue due to varied duties and deadlines
• Computer use up to 40 percent of the time
• Considerable standing and walking
• Regular lifting of objects up to 20 pounds
• Occasional assistance with heavier patient lifting or movement
• Minor physical strain or fatiguing positions may be required

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Interpret and implement referrals
• Evaluate functional abilities and disabilities through standardized assessments
• Establish functional baselines and track progress
• Participate in interdisciplinary discussions, rounds and clinics
• Develop education and treatment plans
• Provide family and community education
• Set patient care goals and estimate length of treatment
• Deliver direct patient care through individual or group therapy
• Facilitate and instruct patients in skills needed for participation
• Design and fabricate splints or assistive devices as needed
• Participate in program development and department process improvement
• Serve as a resource in areas of expertise
• Provide in-services within the Bronson Rehabilitation System
• Cross train and provide coverage in other Rehabilitation Services departments as needed

Administrative Duties

• Document evaluations, treatment plans, treatments performed and patient progress
• Document in the electronic health record within compliance timelines
• Communicate limitations that impact timely documentation
• Maintain accurate, legible and complete records
• Serve on committees and task forces
• Participate in process improvement
• Demonstrate strong time management skills
• Supervise PTA, Rehab Clinical Assistants, PT students, PTA students, volunteers and athletic trainers

Schedule

• Variable shift
• Part-time
• Scheduled weekly hours: 10