Physical Therapist - Full Time

Job Title: Physical Therapist - Full Time (#450100)

Standard Job Description:

We’re looking for a Physical Therapist to take on a full-time role with an area hospital in Sault Ste. Marie, MI. You will help patients move better, feel better, and stay active—whether they are recovering from an injury or managing long-term conditions. This role is primarily outpatient with float to acute care. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school approved by the APTA is required.
• Active Michigan Physical Therapist license required prior to start.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification preferred within 1 month of hire.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy required. Ability to float to acute care preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in assessment, plan of care development, treatment intervention, documentation and billing procedures.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapist Assistants, aides, or students preferred.
• Successful completion of facility-specific orientation and new hire competency required.
• Willingness to complete fingerprinting as part of onboarding; employer will cover the cost.
• Ability to perform medium physical demand duties including occasional lifting up to 21–50 lbs and frequent patient mobility tasks.
• Ability to work rotating weekends (approximately 4 weekends per year) and intermittent holiday coverage (approximately 1 holiday every 3 years).

Benefits:

• Sign-on bonus offered. Two-year commitment required for the bonus.
• Direct hire employment type.
• Opportunities for professional development and participation in team and community education.

Location Highlights

Sault Ste. Marie, MI offers year-round outdoor recreation and cultural attractions. The area provides access to boating and fishing on the St. Marys River and Great Lakes, hiking and snowmobiling trails, and nearby parks for camping and wildlife viewing. The city features local festivals, historical sites, and dining options. Travel opportunities to regional destinations and comfortable small-city living are available.

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 competitive compensation, benefits, relocation assistance, and sign-on bonuses, all at no cost to you. Discover options using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app.

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.