Job Summary
To evaluate and treat orthopedic spine, TMD (TMJ) patients with diseases, injuries, disorders and disabilities, to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance, using physical modalities and exercise prescribed by a physician. The Burlington Therapy team has a full-time opening for a qualifying Physical Therapist.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
- Interpret referrals and ensure necessary precautions are identified so that appropriate physical therapy evaluation and treatment can be provided.
- Develop focused individually designed treatment plans based on the patient?s functional goals.
- Utilizes independent clinical decision making to progress patients and modify treatment depending upon the patient?s needs and medical status.
- Monitor patients throughout the provision of treatment and respond appropriately to changes in patient status.
- Instruct patients and their families in home treatment programs.
- Maintain records of patient evaluation, treatment and discharge status.
- May conduct research under the guidance of a Physical Therapy Director.
- May conduct special projects contributing to teaching materials and procedures used in physical therapy.
- Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
- If licensed prior to 2016: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or basic MS
- If licensed on or after 2016: Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Program and Clinical Internship
- Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan
- This position requires Primary Source Verification
Desired Qualifications*
- Advanced specialty practice in the evaluation and treatment of all pelvic floor diagnoses for men and women
- Advanced training in spinal care, TMD care
- Demonstrated successful history of treating orthopedic spine, acute traumatic orthopedic and neurological injuries related to the spine and vestibular system post-concussion
- A collaborative work style and positive attitude to add to our high performing multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- ABPTS certification in Sports Orthopedics
- Knowledge/expertise of sport training/treatment
- Vestibular course certification
Work Schedule
Days, full time, not to exceed 10 hours in a single day. Closing shift until 7 PM 4 days of the week. 2 closing shifts per week required.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.