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University of Michigan Neurological Physical Therapist in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Neurological Physical Therapist
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Summary
Briarwood Medrehab is located at 355 Briarwood Circle, Building 4, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. We are a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic that provides physical and occupational therapy services, speech and language pathology services, and care coordination for individuals with impairments due to acute and chronic neurological and general rehab conditions. We provide a broad spectrum of care for patients and families requiring limited, one-time therapy services, to those who require complex episodic care.
We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individuals who will share in the goal of creating the ideal experience for our patients, families, and employees.
The Neurological Physical Therapist will provide direct patient care designed to restore and maximize function by utilizing evidence-based treatment interventions and while working in coordination with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
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 improve our contribution to society.
Required Qualifications*
Physical Therapist:
Master's or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Program and Clinical Internship is necessary
Posession of a current Michigan Physical Therapy license, or eligible
1-3 years of multidisciplinary outpatient rehab experience- ideally with some of the follow diagnoses: spinal cord injury, amputee, vestiblar, stroke, MS, CP, gait/balance issues
Graduate Non Certified Patient Care Professional:
- Bachelor's degree in directly related field or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
Desired Qualifications*
Minimum of 1-year experience in an adult, neurological therapy setting
Experience with any or all of the following diagnoses across the rehabilitation spectrum:
Spinal cord injury
Amputee
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
Cerebral Palsy
Parkinson's Disease
Gait/balance problems
Chronic pain, pain syndromes
Experience working with individuals with vestibular dysfunction
Experience using rehabilitative technology including functional electrical stimulation (FES) cycles and Lokomat
A strong orthopedic foundation and experience in treating patients with multiple comorbidities.
ABPTS specialization including Neurological Clinical Specialist (NCS) or Geriatric Clinical Specialist (GCS) certification
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Recent graduates who have completed their coursework but are awaiting certification are encouraged to apply. We welcome candidates who are in the process of obtaining certification.
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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
248062
Working Title
Neurological Physical Therapist
Job Title
Physical Therapist
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM PMR-Med Rehab PT-OT
Posting Begin/End Date
4/23/2024 - 5/07/2024
Career Interest
Patient Care Services
Physical/Occupational Therapy
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