SEH-PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Job Opportunity

Job ID: 55938

Complimentary Medbridge Subscription & Free CEU Courses

Description

Positions Location: Charlotte, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provides physical therapy treatment to assigned patients in accordance with the treatment plan of care. Assumes responsibility for creating experienced-based service.

Essential Duties

• Consistently exemplifies “on-stage” behavior.
• Is responsible for creating a destination, experience-based service; delivers customized experiences using patient profiles.
• Provides physical therapy treatment to assigned patients in accordance with the treatment plan of care provided by physical therapist.
• Instruct patients in safe transfers, activities of daily living, correct ambulation, therapeutic exercises and correct usage of exercise equipment; trains family members and caregivers on various therapeutic procedures and home exercises.
• Performs physical therapy screenings, including range of motion measurements, assesses patient progress; recommends changes to the plan of care as appropriate.
• Maintains communication with the Physical Therapist, nurses and physicians to facilitate quality patient care; reports abnormal physiological changes.
• Documents patient treatments, progress notes and discharge summaries in a timely manner and in accordance with Hospital policies and insurance requirements.
• Assists in developing, marketing and implementing various Rehab Services programs including, but not limited to, Aquatic Physical Therapy Program and the Encore program.
• Schedules patient treatments/appointments along with referring patients to other hospital services.
• Provides guidance and training to appropriate staff regarding home exercise programs.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service programs as required.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining therapy equipment and treatment areas; notifies appropriate personnel of supplies needed to be ordered.
• Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization’s policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements

• Valid State of Michigan Physical Therapy Assistant License
• CPR/BCLS certification.

Work Experience

• No prior work experience is required

Education

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of physical therapy theory and techniques
• Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the provision of rehabilitation services including HIPAA confidentiality and JCAHO mandates
• Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate, orally and in written form, with patients, families, physicians, and health care professionals in the exchange of information. Presents self in a warm, professional and caring manner.
• Demonstrates professional appearance.
• Skills necessary to provide guidance, training, prioritize and review the work of assigned staff
• Analytical ability to assess patient progress and recommend appropriate changes to the plan of care
• Mental ability to complete required documentation in a timely manner, deal with the concerns of patients and their families, and handle frequent scheduling changes
• Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, transfer/lift/ reposition patients, reach/stoop/bend/kneel/crouch, and operate rehabilitation equipment/devices
• Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

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

Associate

Status

Per Diem

Facility

Sparrow Eaton Hospital

Experience Level

New Grad