Physical Therapist - Cards Acute Care

Job Summary

To evaluate and treat patients with diseases, injuries, disorders and disabilities, to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance. This will be a full time position on the Cardiovascular Acute Care team. We are looking for therapists interested in a variety of patient populations that includes medicine cardiology, thoracic and vascular surgery and pulmonary medicine. We have a structured orientation process to each new area with ongoing mentoring by both Senior Therapists and APTA Board Certified Specialists in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy.

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.

Required Qualifications*

• If licensed prior to 2016: Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy or basic MS.
• If licensed on or after 2016: Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT).
• Satisfactory completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Program and Clinical Internship
• Demonstrated proficiency in patient treatment.
• Possession of a current state License to practice therapy in Michigan. New Grads welcome to apply.
• Experience in an acute care setting at an academic medical center or large tertiary hospital; new graduates with strong clinical rotations will be considered.

Work Schedule

Schedule to be determined but will include one weekend day as part of the regular schedule, plus occasional holidays.

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