What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Surgeons Choice Medical Center?
Physical Therapist
Contingent – Days 8:30AM to 5PM
Must be able to work Weekdays/Saturdays and Sundays
Surgeons Choice Medical Center is a patient centered health care facility and physician owned destination of care focusing on all hand, joint, orthopedic and sports medicine. In 2004, in an ambitious push to bring hospitality back to the hospital, a small group of top Metro-Detroit surgeons decided to create their own surgical hospital; one that provided patients with the best possible care in a small, easy-to-manage environment that truly embraces the best patient experience. We have since become the premier center of choice with 30 surgical beds, 26 rehabilitation beds, and 6 operating rooms.
Surgeons Choice Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for an Physical Therapist. An ideal candidate has a passion to serve people to improve their quality of life and empower them on their health journey.
Perks for our staff:
● Competitive hourly pay!
● Health Safety Measures in place for everyone
● A diverse & inclusive workforce that embraces communication, caring and courtesy.
● Positive Onboarding Experience
● 401k with company match
● Company Events
● Community Discounts
● And more!
Schedule: 8:30AM to 5PM
Our Culture is Best in Class!
At Surgeons Choice Medical Center our culture starts with the hospital owners who are physicians and surgeons, working side-by-side with our management and staff, invested in improving patient care. You will be part of a caring and dynamic group of healthcare professionals that thrive on providing exceptional customer service. You will work in a friendly environment that fosters compassionate communication, responsible engagement and provides you with the resources you need to provide high-quality service. Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported. If you have a desire and passion to make a difference in people's lives, Surgeons Choice Medical Center is the place for you.
Role/Position Definition: Provides physical therapy services to patients impaired by physical dysfunction, including assessment, treatment planning and implementation of the treatment plan based on the functional needs of the patient. Provides supervision for PTA and students.
Qualifications/Position Requirements:
A. Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school required.
2 years of PT experience preferred.
B. Licensure/Certification
Current unrestricted Physical Therapist licensure from the State of Michigan required.
C. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical ability to bend, position and transfer patients and exert forces up to 70 lbs.
Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and families.
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise professional judgment and initiative when analyzing problems
and recommending solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Conducts screenings and evaluations to determine the patient’s physical status.
B. Develops and implements treatment plans to reach patient’s highest potential for independence.
C. Provides direct patient care to facilitate the restoration of physical and functional abilities.
D. Checks, instructs, assigns, reviews and supervises the work of the Physical Therapy Assistants and students.
E. Participates in patient care conferences, program development and screenings as appropriate.
F. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice.
G. Provides documentation in a legible manner to maintain the quality of the medical record as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy and facility requirements.
H. Participates in team and family conferences as necessary.
I. Provides in-services to other staff members on physical therapy as it relates to patient care.
J. Coordinates with the Occupational Therapist that the patient has the appropriate equipment while in the facility and for discharge home.
K. Performs home evaluations to ensure the patient’s home environment is conducive for a safe discharge plan.
L. Adheres to professional standards of practice of the APTA for Physical Therapists.
M. Promotes current standards of clinical practice through taking part in continuing education and in-service programs.
N. Participates in program development.
O. Performs all other duties as assigned.
