Physical Therapist - Full Time - PACE North : Job Details

Are you passionate about helping older adults maintain their independence and improve their quality of life? Do you thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary care environment? PACE North is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to lead and deliver high-quality care to the aging population - both at our Center and in participants' homes. What You'll Do: As a Physical Therapist at PACE North, you'll be responsible for helping participants maximize their mobility and independence. You'll:

• Conduct initial and periodic assessments of participants' physical and functional status
• Develop personalized care and treatment plans, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, and mobility support
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team and communicate changes in participant condition
• Recommend and evaluate the need for durable medical equipment
• Train family members, caregivers, and staff on implementing therapy strategies
• Contribute to participant discharge planning and continuity of care across settings
• Oversee Physical Therapy Assistant

Why Join PACE North? At PACE North, you'll become part of a compassionate and supportive care team making a real difference in the lives of older adults. We offer:

• Great work life balance with no weekends or holidays, daytime work schedule, plentiful PTO, and paid holidays
• Annual merit increases based on performance
• We have great insurance benefits with health insurance available immediately upon hire. The insurance package also includes dental, vision, life, short-term disability and long-term disability
• 401k match
• We also have a great team of professionals who are a joy to work with

Requirements What We're Looking For:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's in Physical Therapy (prior to 2000), Master's (2000 or later), or Doctorate
• Licensure/Certifications:
  • Licensed Physical Therapist in Michigan
  • CPR Certification (We can train)
  • Valid Michigan Driver's License
• Experience:
  • At least 1 year of experience working with elderly or frail populations preferred
• Skills & Qualities:
  • Strong clinical competency in geriatric care
  • Basic computer proficiency
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Clear communication and documentation skills
  • Commitment to participant-centered care and quality improvement