Physical Therapist

At UP Health System - Portage, providing an excellent patient experience is at the heart of everything we do. This includes not only providing the highest quality patient care, but offering exemplary customer service by creating an environment that puts our patients at ease. We accomplish this by embodying a patient-centric culture while supporting positivity and the growth of our employees both professionally and personally. 

UP Health System – Portage is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team of professionals to provide exceptional quality, compassionate healthcare in a progressive and integrated healthcare environment. You will join the largest rehabilitation and sports medicine team in the Western Upper Peninsula and assist in providing evidence based care. 

UP Health System - Portage is located in the Houghton/Hancock community near Lake Superior, home to Michigan Technological University. This quaint, family-oriented community with excellent schools offers year-round recreational opportunities including skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, kayaking, fishing, hunting, and more. This active lifestyle is the perfect complement to a fulfilling career. 

Position Requirements:
Graduate of a discipline required
Bachelor’ degree required
Masters’ degree preferred
Doctoral degree preferred
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in outpatient services preferred
Specialty certifications preferred
State of Michigan Physical Therapist license required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (available upon hire)
Annual influenza vaccination or declination required

Position Details:
1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Day Shift
Mainly weekdays with weekend rotation
Will work primarily in outpatient clinic

$3,000 Hot job referral bonus available to current employees

$10,000 Sign on bonus or Relocation reimbursement available

Substantial student loan assistance available!