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Kalamazoo, Michigan

JOB48127 Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assista

Physical TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

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Location: BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

JOB48127 Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, Full-Time, Outpatient at John St., Kalamazoo **Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus (Open)

Bronson is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our collaborative rehab team. This role is ideal for clinicians who value hands-on patient care, teamwork, and the opportunity to make a real impact in an outpatient setting.

Why Work at Bronson?

Bronson is consistently recognized as a top workplace for healthcare professionals. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous PTO and retirement plans
  • Professional development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career
  • Award-winning workplace culture focused on teamwork, respect, and patient-centered care
  • Sign-on bonus available — up to $20,000

Patient Care

Provide high-quality outpatient physical therapy services to patients with orthopedic, neurologic, and musculoskeletal conditions

Deliver individualized treatment focused on restoring function, improving strength, relieving pain, and enhancing independence

  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers throughout the plan of care
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support patient goals
  • For Physical Therapists
  • Perform evaluations and interpret referrals
  • Develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans and goals
  • Establish functional baselines and track patient progress
  • Supervise PTAs, students, and rehab support staff as applicable
  • Participate in program development, process improvement, and clinical education
  • For Physical Therapist Assistants
  • Provide treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Carry out established plans of care and therapeutic interventions
  • Support patient participation in individual and group therapy activities
  • Contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration and program initiatives

Documentation & Team Support

  • Document evaluations, treatments, and progress in the electronic health record within compliance timelines
  • Communicate barriers to timely documentation when needed
  • Participate in department initiatives, committees, and quality improvement efforts
  • Serve as a clinical resource within areas of expertise
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Physical Therapist
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Active Physical Therapist license in the State of Michigan
  • BLS certification within 3 months of hire
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of Michigan
  • PTA experience preferred
  • BLS certification within 3 months of hire
  • For Both Roles
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Team-oriented mindset with a patient-first approach
  • Comfort using electronic health records and basic computer applications

Why Bronson Rehabilitation Services?

  • Full-time, outpatient role with a supportive rehab team
  • Focus on quality care, collaboration, and professional growth
  • Opportunities to participate in program development and clinical education
  • Part of a respected, community-focused health system

This role may be filled by a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). We are also pleased to offer H-1B sponsorship opportunities for exceptional Physical Therapist candidates.

Shift: First Shift

  • Time Type
  • Full time
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours
  • 40
  • Cost Center
  • 4107 Physical Therapy - John Street (BMH)

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Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson.

Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality outpatient physical therapy services to patients with various orthopedic, neurologic, and musculoskeletal conditions. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans to restore patient function and independence.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant program and hold an active license in the State of Michigan. Candidates are required to obtain BLS certification within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Orthopedic rehabilitationNeurologic rehabilitationMusculoskeletal treatmentTreatment planningPatient educationClinical documentationFunctional assessment

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 48% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (261 salary observations; 1,428 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,723 salary observations; 56,085 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

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).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution34 jobs · 26 employers

12
<$100k
9
$100k-110k
8
$110k-120k
1
$128k
4
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks31 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
74%
Sign-on bonus
65% this job
Loan repayment
29%
Relocation assistance
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist - Outpatient Rehab Therapies (Full-Time, Days)

Enloe Health · Chico, California

$50.5-$68.18/hr
#2

Physical Therapist - Studio City

Myo · Los Angeles, California

$90k-$140k
#3

Physical Therapist - West Hollywood

$90k-$140k
#4

Physical Therapist (PT)

$100k-$130k
+ 33 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,935 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Kalamazoo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$234k
Typical market rent
$1,230/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.8
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 · Kalamazoo-Portage, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Bronson Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Kalamazoo, MI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision
Generous PTO and retirement plans
Professional development opportunities
H-1B sponsorship for exceptional PT candidates