Dynamic Physical Therapy Assistant: Hands-On Rehab

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support the physical therapy team in evaluating and treating patients. The PTA will assist the PT with treatment planning, modalities, exercises, and functional activities while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with reimbursement guidelines.

The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, patient and family education, and participation in meetings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
• Licensure with the State of Michigan.
• Possesses and maintains BLS certification to meet department/program protocol.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of the license and regulations.
• Assist the physical therapist in treatment planning and evaluations.
• Assist in treating patients with modalities, exercises, devices, and functional activities.
• Document patient status and progress per standards and reimbursement guidelines.
• Integrate therapy with other aspects of patient care and communicate with the team.
• Instruct patients and families in PT procedures and provide written instructions when needed.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support the physical therapy team in evaluating and treating patients. The PTA will assist the PT with treatment planning, modalities, exercises, and functional activities while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with reimbursement guidelines.

The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, patient and family education, and participation in meetings.