Physical Therapist - Full Time

Job Title: Physical Therapist - Full Time (#450098)

Physical Therapist - Outpatient / Hospital (Days)

We’re looking for a Physical Therapist to take on a full-time role with an area hospital in Tawas City, MI. You will help patients move better, feel better, and stay active—whether recovering from an injury or managing long-term conditions. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy or higher from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Physical Therapist license for the state of Michigan is required to start the position.
• BLS - Basic Life Support. Must be obtained within 1 month of hire. Highly preferred prior to start.
• Successful completion of affiliate-specific orientation and new hire competency prior to providing independent care.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy. Some acute care coverage experience preferred.
• Ability to supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, aides, home health aides, and students per regulatory standards.
• Competency in Microsoft Windows and electronic documentation systems as required by the employer.
• Ability to perform medium physical demand duties: occasionally lift/carry up to 21–50 lbs, frequently 20 lbs, and routinely perform walking/standing/pushing/pulling tasks.

Benefits:

• Sign-on bonus: $20,000 with a 2-year commitment.
• Eligible for direct hire employment with benefits according to employer policy.
• Professional development and mandatory annual OSHA and bloodborne pathogen training provided.

Schedule and Setting:

• Days. Typical hours: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Monday–Thursday and 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Friday.
• No weekends. No holidays.
• Primarily outpatient, with some acute care coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patient function using formal and informal tests to determine musculoskeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular status.
• Develop, document, and update goal-specific treatment plans in coordination with the physician and interdisciplinary team.
• Provide treatment interventions and education for patients, families, and caregivers regarding pathology, prognosis, and home programs.
• Recommend adaptive and supportive equipment, coordinate orders with suppliers, and assist in equipment acquisition for patients.
• Document patient responses and maintain billing documentation in compliance with affiliate and regulatory requirements.
• Promote process improvement, participate in program development, and engage in community education to represent the service line.
• Function as case manager for assigned cases and demonstrate professional communication with internal and external customers.

Additional Requirements and Conditions:

• Ability to work where exposure to communicable diseases is possible and to use personal protective equipment correctly.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and affiliate information per policy.
• Mandatory annual OSHA training and compliance with affiliate exposure control and TB testing policies.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate problem solving, organizational skills, and regular predictable attendance.

Location Highlights

Discover Tawas City and the surrounding area for outdoor recreation and small-town lakeside charm. Enjoy access to Lake Huron shoreline, local beaches, boating and fishing opportunities. Local parks and trails support hiking and birdwatching. The downtown area offers seasonal festivals, local dining, and community events. Nearby state parks provide additional outdoor recreation options. These amenities support a balanced work-life experience for clinicians relocating to the area.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for physical therapists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the right job including benefits and sign-on bonuses, all at no cost to you. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants to discuss next steps.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.