Elara Caring·St. Johns, Michigan
Provide direct patient care by evaluating functional needs and implementing customized plans of care to optimize patient outcomes. Document treatment goals and provide leadership to support staff while promoting physical therapy within the community.
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Physical Therapist with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
Promotes Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care
Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals.
Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community
Physically demanding, high stress environment
Full range of body motion including handling, lifting and transfer of patients
Potentially work irregular hours including call hours if applicable
You will report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor or designee.
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Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits [https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits]
Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.
Must be a graduate of an APTA-approved program with a current, unrestricted PT license and at least one year of healthcare facility experience. Requires a valid driver's license, dependable vehicle, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Market context
Michigan allied-health employers often seek physical therapists for outpatient, inpatient, and rehab settings, with demand shaped by patient volume, aging populations, and care access needs. These roles are competitive because employers look for accredited PT graduates, current or pending Michigan licensure, and a clear commitment to quality outcomes. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to patient-care results.
