Lead Physical Therapy Assistant: Veteran Rehab & Training

Veterans Health Administration; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Ann Arbor is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide treatment promoting prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of physical and psychosocial dysfunction. The role involves lead PTA supervision, coordinating trainings, and developing therapy programs under a Physical Therapist's guidance.

Schedule is Monday-Friday, typical clinical hours. Emphasis on patient education, safety, and adherence to PT standards of practice with ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.

Responsibilities

• Leads and communicates work assignments, priorities, and scheduling information to PTA staff.
• Coordinates with staff PTs to select topics and organize PTA in-services or case studies to enhance team knowledge and skills.
• Presents at least one in-service each year to PT staff on a clinically relevant topic.
• Plans and implements treatment programs and applies Physical Therapy procedures to patients under supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in Ann Arbor is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide treatment promoting prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of physical and psychosocial dysfunction. The role involves lead PTA supervision, coordinating trainings, and developing therapy programs under a Physical Therapist's guidance.

Schedule is Monday-Friday, typical clinical hours. Emphasis on patient education, safety, and adherence to PT standards of practice with ongoing professional