Job Description

Job Summary
Michigan Medicine Brighton Center for Specialty Care Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Center Therapy is currently seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented physical therapist who will share the goal of creating the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees. The ideal candidate will be experienced in the treatment of orthopedic extremity injuries and have experience and comfort working in an acute short stay unit setting. This position will split time in our CMC therapy clinic and short stay unit total joint program. The physical therapist will be responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in both of the aforementioned settings. Excellent service and teamwork are an expected and integral part of our clinical culture.

Responsibilities*
Interpret referrals and ensure necessary precautions are identified so that appropriate physical therapy evaluation and treatment can be provided.
Develop focused individually designed treatment plans based on the patient?s functional goals.
Utilizes independent clinical decision making to progress patients and modify treatment depending upon the patient?s needs and medical status.
Monitor patients throughout the provision of treatment and respond appropriately to changes in patient status.
Instruct patients and their families in home treatment programs.Maintain records of patient evaluation, treatment and discharge status.
May conduct research under the guidance of a Physical Therapy Director.
May conduct special projects contributing to teaching materials and procedures used in physical therapy.
Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
If licensed prior to 2016: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or basic MS.
If licensed on or after 2016: Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT).
Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Program and Clinical Internship.
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan.
This position requires Primary Source Verification.
Desired Qualifications*
Qualified candidates should have 3-5+ years of rehabilitation experience with orthopedic injuries and conditions, and postoperative care and 1-3+ years experience in a short stay unit setting.
Demonstrated proficiency in patient care and treatment with a strong focus on manual interventions therapeutic exercise programming.
Passion for rehabilitation and helping patients regain independence.
Collaborative mindset and positive attitude to contribute to a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
Coverage of same-day appointments and open/close clinic schedule hours.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care ? that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Why join the Michigan Medicine Ambulatory Physical Therapy Team?

We are a premier center for comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with acute, sub-acute and chronic back and neck pain that affects their health and productivity. As part of the interdisciplinary care team, you will utilize cutting-edge treatments to maximize the health, function and quality of life for our patients. Join our team and become part of a nationally recognized team of experts.