Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant

Brio Living Services; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 47,499 - 53,120; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/Life Balance: Flexible per diem

Paid Breaks

Wellness Program & Reimbursement – $40

Retirement Savings Plan (403b)

Daily Pay

Team Member Referral Bonus

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Brio Living Services in Chelsea, MI is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant to join our Therapy department at Kresge Health & Rehab Center. You will support licensed physical therapists in delivering treatments in a senior living campus setting.

This flexible per diem position requires excellent communication, a PTA license, and the ability to assist with mobility aids and patient education. Regular weekend coverage and some holiday shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• At least 2 years' experience (preferred).
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) state license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in delivering treatments and procedures.
• Administer traction treatments for neck and back pain.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in improving functional activities.
• Fit and train patients in the use of braces, prostheses, and mobility aids.
• Observe and report patient responses and progress to therapists.
• Collaborate with therapy staff to coordinate treatment planning.
• Provide orientation and training to new PT assistants and supervise aides.
• Handle clerical duties including inventory and forms.

Skills

Experience (2+ years)

PTA license

Communication skills

Mobility support

Education

PTA degree or equivalent

Job description

Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant

Department: Therapy

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: Chelsea, MI

Compensation: $34.48 - $38.56 / hour

Description

Schedule

Three (3) shifts per calendar month | Regularly covering weekend shifts is expected | Two (2) holidays per year.

Department

Kresge Health & Rehab Center | Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living | Chelsea Retirement Community | Chelsea, MI

What You’ll Do in This Role:

Join a 5-Star retirement community on a beautiful 58-acre campus with a rich history of excellence in senior care and a truly supportive team culture. The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist the Physical Therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in delivering physical therapy treatments and procedures.
• Administer traction treatments to alleviate neck and back pain.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in learning and improving functional activities.
• Fit, adjust, and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Observe patients during treatments, compiling and evaluating data on their responses and progress, then report findings to the physical therapist.
• Measure patients’ range of joint motion, body part length and girth, and vital signs to assess the effects of specific treatments and assist physical therapists in patient evaluations.
• Collaborate with physical therapy staff and other healthcare team members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information, ensuring coordinated treatment planning and adjustments.
• Provide orientation and training to new physical therapy assistants and supervise physical therapy aides.
• Monitor treatments administered by physical therapy aides, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
• Perform clerical duties, including taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering phones, taking messages, and completing forms.

The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• At least 2 years' experience (preferred).
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) state license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Position requires the ability to lift and move objects, weighting up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Job Benefits

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible per diem scheduling — take the shifts that work for YOU
• Paid Breaks for our team members.
• Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
• Retirement Savings Plan (403b)!
• Daily Pay – Instantly transfer your daily earnings.
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
• Employee Discounts on various services and products.

ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT

Brio Living Services is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact us at [e-mail]

BRIO LIVING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. #1346