Pediatric Physical Therapist Outpatient Rehab
Corewell Health·Niles, Michigan
Corewell Health·Niles, Michigan
Provide physical therapy evaluations and treatment programs primarily for pediatric patients to restore maximal function. Educate patients and caregivers while documenting progress in compliance with medical-legal and reimbursement standards.
Up to $15,000 in incentives for eligible candidates!
Job Summary Provides therapy to patients based on patient need and medical direction.
Provides patient/caregiver education and arranges for adaptive equipment as needed.
This role is primarily in pediatrics with the opportunity to work with other patient populations if desired!
Essential Functions Performs evaluation procedures to assess the level of disability with regard to scope of practice, goals and a plan of treatment, and to make appropriate recommendations.
Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function to the patient.
Assesses effectiveness of treatment and modifies goals / treatment methods, as needed to meet changing needs.
Documents evaluation and treatment of each patient in compliance with department standards, medical-legal and reimbursement procedures.
Instructs and trains other rehabilitation staff, nursing, other medical personnel and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
Participates in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives/improvement, program development and marketing activities.
Demonstrates productivity as indicated by department standard.
Improves skill areas as demonstrated by applying continuing education in-services, participating in competencies in applicable areas, and developing new concepts of patient care and additional skills with various population groups.
How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, and pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Required Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program Preferred Master's Degree 6 months of relevant experience preferred LIC-Physical Therapist - State of Michigan upon hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA or ARC required within 90 days CRT-Abdomen (AB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Spectrum Health Lakeland Upon Hire required Or CRT-Ob/Gyn (OB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Spectrum Health Lakeland Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Spectrum Health Lakeland 90 Days required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Spectrum Health Lakeland 90 Days required About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and a valid State of Michigan Physical Therapist license. BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire.
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.
