Physical Therapist

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Job Summary

Michigan Medicine - MedSport is currently seeking a Sports Physical Therapist experienced in treatment of orthopaedic extremity injuries and conditions for active individuals from pediatrics to geriatrics at our Ann Arbor Ice Cube facility. The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in a high volume, sports medicine setting.

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.

Responsibilities*

Candidate is expected to plan, implement, evaluate and modify treatment programs for patients in a team approach; provide direct patient care using physical therapy procedures and modalities; instruct patients in use of prescribed equipment and home exercise programs; maintain records of patient condition and physical therapy procedures/modalities; serve as consultant to physical therapists, athletic trainers, physical therapy assistants and other health care professionals concerning clinical problems and/or procedures; conduct special projects/in-services as directed; participate in teaching of physical therapy/athletic training students.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelors Degree or Post Baccalaureate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited physical therapy program is required. 
• Eligible for Physical Therapy License in the State of Michigan and obtain the license within three months from date of hire.

Desired Qualifications*

• Qualified candidates should have 1-3 years of sports medicine rehabilitation experience with orthopaedic injuries and conditions, postoperative patient care along with strong manual skills.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; some Saturdays may be required.

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/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations are now required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all three campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working or learning remotely.  More information on this policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website or the U-M Dearborn and U-M Flint websites.