Physical Therapist - Contingent - Wyandotte Hospital

GENERAL SUMMARY

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

Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital Rehabilitation Services are provided in partnership with Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. This partnership allows for rehabilitation providers to take advantage of the extensive research, continuing education opportunities, and care excellence provided by the #1 Rehabilitation Hospital for the past 34 consecutive years.

• 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.

• Physical Therapist bachelor degreewith5 years of experience
  
  ORMaster’s/Doctorate degree acquired from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program

• 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)

• Organization:
  Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
• Department:
  Physical Therapy IP-WH
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable