Special Tree has an exciting opportunity for a full time Physical Therapist to join our neuro rehabilitation team at our specialty rehabilitation campus in Romulus, Michigan.

SUMMARY

Special Tree is one of the nation’s leading rehabilitation providers for post-and sub-acute care and recovery from brain injury, spinal cord injury, and neurological issues. Our specialty rehabilitation center, situated on a 23-acre campus in Romulus, Michigan, provides patients with extraordinary opportunities for healing and recovery through outcomes-based rehabilitation, advanced care, and some of the latest technology available for therapy and treatment. Our comprehensive therapy clinic includes the ZeroG Gait and Balance Training System, Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) bike, Virtual Reality Therapy, Sensory Room, and more. Special Tree is a sought-after national preferred placement in clinical rotations; our interdisciplinary team cultivates a rich environment for learning and development. Celebrating 50 years, Special Tree is a pioneer in neuro rehabilitation, the first of its kind in Michigan. Our high staff to patient ratio enables you to truly make a difference in the lives of your patients with the time and resources you need. Experience in our setting will be an excellent experience along your career path.

THE ROLE:

The Physical Therapist provides appropriate assessment and therapeutic intervention to maximize the client’s physical functioning.  The Physical Therapist provides quality client care considering age-specific, developmental and cultural needs through competent practice in accordance with APTA standards of practice and code of ethics and Special Tree Rehabilitation System policies and procedures.

• Provides fabulous everyday care, every day, to clients and other customers.

• Provides evaluation and treatment using accepted Physical Therapy procedures, techniques, and modalities.

• Provides client, family, and staff education and training as needed and documents appropriately.

• Documents client evaluations, progress notes, care plans, discharge summaries, and outcomes data in accordance with existing criteria. 

• Respects and appropriately considers age, gender, cultural background, and related factors when providing services to all internal and external customers.

• Provides supervision for Physical Therapy Assistants, Therapy Service Technicians, student interns and volunteers.

• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading the appropriate literature and attending professional conferences.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Curriculum at an APTA recognized university or college.

• Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in the State of Michigan.

• CPR certified.

• Valid Michigan driver’s license.

• Must be of good moral character.

JOB TYPE:

• Full Time

• Monday to Friday

• 9:00 am- 5:00 pm

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

As we work to provide care and treatment for others, we also work to provide for our team’s professional and personal growth and well-being. At Special Tree we believe there is a better path to healing and recovery, helping each patient achieve the highest levels of independence possible. Since 1974 our team has been critical in helping us provide hope, encouragement, and expertise for people who have experienced life-altering changes. Our core values of Trust, Resilience, Empathy, and Excellence are more than just words, they’re a way of life.

• Competitive pay and benefits package

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

• 401K with company match

• Generous paid time off plan

WHO WE ARE

Special Tree Rehabilitation System is one of the nation’s leading neurorehabilitation providers for post-and subacute care and recovery from brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple trauma. Our specialty rehabilitation center in Romulus, Michigan, provides patients with extraordinary opportunities for healing and recovery through outcomes-based rehabilitation, advanced care, and some of the latest technology available for therapy and treatment.

Our services include inpatient, outpatient, residential, and vocational rehabilitation services with a host of neuro-specialty programs and wide network of resources to meet the unique needs of every individual we serve.