Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home jobs in Warren, MI

Licensed Physical Therapist - Home Health Care in Detroit, MI

Seeking skilled Physical Therapists in Detroit, MI, US, specializing in aiding patients in regaining physical abilities, improving mobility, managing pain, and preventing lasting physical complications due to injury or illness. Committed professionals focused on enhancing overall well-being and fitness through maintenance, strengthening, and improvement techniques. Patients seeking Physical Therapist assistance may have encountered accidents or have conditions like spinal discomfort, arthritis, cardiovascular issues, fractures, head injuries, or paralysis. Responsibilities include devising treatment strategies and utilizing various methods such as physical exercises, therapies, manual therapy, and technology to deliver effective care.

$55 - $75 hourly

• Providing an initial and ongoing assessment to determine the level of functioning, including OASIS assessment at appropriate time points
• A physical therapist gathers background data, reviews referrals, selects and modifies evaluation tools, and evaluates patients determining the level of the patient’s physical and psychosocial functioning
• Developing and revising the plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care team members
• Responsible for planning, evaluation, and treatment implementation of assigned caseload
• Preparing clinical progress notes
• Supervising therapy assistants as appropriate

Education: Currently licensed

Experience: Two years of experience in Home Health is preferred

Skills:

• Able to maintain strict confidentiality with regard to protected and sensitive information
• Able to establish and maintain the confidence of owners and employees
• Must be able to solve problems independently and confidently by applying analytical and logical thinking
• Able to use standard office equipment and software proficiently

Language Skills:

• Able to read, analyze, and interpret reports, general business directives, policy and procedure statements, and governmental regulations. Able to write reports and correspondence at a professional level
• Able to immediately respond to common inquiries and complaints from employees and regulatory agencies
• Able to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying educational levels
• Able to effectively organize and present information and respond to questions from employees and external groups of varying sizes

• Employee input. Allowing our employees to share their knowledge and suggestions keeps them engaged.
• Employee empowerment. Allowing team members to make customers/Patients happy using their own discretion and common sense, for everything from greeting and welcoming customers to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication between management and staff.
• A sense of family among team members.
• Giving employees the freedom to learn and grow.
• A culture of continuous improvement.
• Paying attention to employee recognition and appreciation and having a special way to recognize and honor good work.
• Recognizing that laughter and fun on the job can make a difference in the way the job is done.