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Sparrow
Lansing, Michigan

PHYSICAL THERAPIST PD - ACUTE CARE REHAB (FLAT RATE)- Sign On Bonus Available

Physical TherapistIncludes callPer Diem

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Opportunity
  • Job ID: 55505
  • Complimentary Medbridge Subscription & Free CEU Courses

Description

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Evaluate patients, plan treatment programs and perform physical therapy procedures to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery.

Essential Duties

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

Evaluate and assess patient’s functional status. Such areas of assessment include range of motion, strength, reflexes, tone, posture, gait, orthotic or prosthetic fit and sensorimotor function, wheelchair seating etc.

Develop realistic, functional goals mutually agreed upon with the patient / family.

Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote functional restoration of mobility.

Perform treatment according to the established plan, utilizing all available modalities (i. e. heat / cold, hydrotherapy, electrical stimulation, massage, joint mobilization, exercise etc.), equipment and techniques within the scope of physical therapy.

Document assessment, plan, all care given, and the patient response in the patient record.

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.

Actively participate in case conference, care rounds, and family meetings to progress patient toward rehab goals and discharge planning.

  • Re-evaluate patients, assess their progress, and make recommendations as to their discharge planning.
  • Maintain professional standards by participating in inservices and hospital / department requirements.
  • Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to PTA, PCT, and physical therapy students.
  • Job Requirements

General Requirements License / Certification

  • State of Michigan PT licensure.
  • BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire).

Work Experience Knowledge, Skills and Experience Preferred

  • Experience in physical disabilities is preferred.
  • Experience in intensive care unit preferred.

Education Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills Skills & Abilities

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations.

$500 Sign On Bonus Available for Per Diem Positions

UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of charge—ensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and market leading wages.

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements

  • Shift Days
  • Degree Type / Education Level Bachelor's
  • Status Per Diem
  • Facility Sparrow Hospital
  • Experience Level New Grad

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and develop treatment programs to restore function, reduce pain, and maximize quality of life. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement rehabilitation activities and manage discharge planning.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningMobility trainingDocumentationInterdisciplinary collaborationRange of motion assessmentStrength assessmentGait analysisSupervision

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 42% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution50 jobs · 43 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks42 jobs

401k / retirement match
83%
CME allowance
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
64% this job
Loan repayment
40%
Relocation assistance
17%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,081 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Lansing

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$193k
Typical market rent
$1,222/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.0
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Lansing-East Lansing, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sparrow

Hospitals and Health Care
Lansing, Michigan
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus ($500)
Complimentary Medbridge subscription
Free CEU courses
Professional development support
1:1 treatment model
Market leading wages