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Physical Therapist

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics, Houston, TX, United States


Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care. With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide. Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions? Join us and discover the meaning behind

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Location
Hillsdale Hospital, located in Hillsdale, MI, is a 97-bed acute care facility, offering medical-surgical, emergency, behavioral health, obstetrics, surgical, and rehabilitation services

Schedule
This full-time, nonexempt position will work 35-40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, and includes one Saturday rotation per month

Rehab Department Hours
Operating hours for the hospital are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, and Saturday, 8:00am-4:00pm. Outpatient hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00am-6:00pm. Software systems utilized include Agile (Outpatient), NetHealth (SNF), and CPSI (Inpatient)

Primary Responsibilities

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors

Responsible for direction of the Physical Therapy Department certified staff, including Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides and Restorative CNAs

Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability

Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching, as appropriate

Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families

Ensures that patient changes are accurate and entered on a timely basis

Participates in all infection prevention and control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety, and fire safety programs

Involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of patient care

Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed

Maintains records pertinent to staff and operation of the department, ensures documentation meets current standards and policies

Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities

Assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members, participates in guidance and educational programs

Perform other related duties as required based on business need

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Graduate of an accredited College or School of Physical Therapy

Current Michigan Physical Therapist license in good standing (or if recent graduate, eligibility to obtain)

Preferred Qualifications

Masters' degree

1+ years of work experience

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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