Dynamic Physical Therapy Assistant: Patient Care & Rehab

MyMichigan Health; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant at MyMichigan Health provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following a defined plan of care and affiliate policies. This role focuses on patient-centered therapy and compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include applying treatment techniques, communicating patient progress to the supervising therapist, documenting responses, handling daily billing documentation, and educating patients and families in

Qualifications

• Interpersonal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with initiative.
• OSHA safety training required annually.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment techniques to facilitate and restore optimal functioning for the patient care area.
• Provides feedback to Physical Therapist on patient progress and reports unusual responses to therapy.
• Documents patient/family response and changes in condition per policies and regulatory standards.
• Completes daily documentation for billing per affiliate policy.
• Educates patient/family/caregiver in home education program using effective teaching methods.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Independence

OSHA training

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

The Physical Therapist Assistant at MyMichigan Health provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following a defined plan of care and affiliate policies. This role focuses on patient-centered therapy and compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include applying treatment techniques, communicating patient progress to the supervising therapist, documenting responses, handling daily billing documentation, and educating patients and families in