Permanent

SAGE Group; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Wellness Programs

Professional Growth

Job summary

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant in Alpena, MI for a permanent full-time position in an outpatient setting with occasional acute care coverage. Salary starts at $37 per hour, based on experience, with a $20,000 sign-on bonus tied to a 2-year commitment.

Active PT license and BLS preferred, strong teamwork required. Responsibilities include assessments, planning and implementing treatment plans, education for patients/families, and collaboration with the

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist required.
• BLS certification preferred (within 1 month).
• Experience preferred but open to qualified candidates with education and licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities through assessments of multiple systems.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on goals and tolerance.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to update plans of care.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to restore mobility and independence.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, plans, recovery expectations and home exercise programs.
• Supervise PTAs, aides, and students per regulatory standards.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and assist with obtaining devices.
• Document progress and changes for billing and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote PT services through education and outreach.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Independence

Time management

Teaching techniques

BLS Certification

Education

Physical Therapist License

Job description

Hiring Physical Therapist Assistant in Alpena, MI with $37/hour

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking Physical TherapistAssistant for a permanent placement position. Accepting local and relocation candidates.

Position Name:

Physical TherapistAssistant

Specialty:

Physical Therapy

Start Date:

ASAP

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Pay Rate:

$37.00+/hour (Based on experience)

Sign-On Bonus:

$20,000 with 2-year commitment

Practice Setting:

Primarily Outpatient with occasional Acute Care coverage

Position Requirements:

• Physical Therapist (PT) License – Required
• BLS Certification – Highly Preferred (within 1 month of hire or transfer)
• Experience preferred, but open to qualified candidates who meet education and licensure requirements
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to demonstrate and teach selected treatment techniques to professional and non-professional individuals
• Successful completion of orientation and competency requirements
• Must comply with OSHA standards and infection control requirements

Education, License and Certification Requirements:

• Physical Therapist License – Required

Job Description:

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities through formal and informal assessments of skeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, goals, and tolerance levels.
• Create and update plans of care in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team members.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to restore, maintain, and improve patient mobility and functional independence.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, recovery expectations, and home exercise programs.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Home Health Aides, and students according to regulatory standards.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and assist patients with obtaining necessary supportive devices.
• Document patient progress, treatment responses, and changes in condition according to compliance standards.
• Complete required documentation for billing and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in team conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote physical therapy services through education and community outreach activities.
• Function as a case manager for assigned patients and coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and follow all organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate commitment to quality patient care through teamwork, professionalism, and service excellence.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient physical therapy services with occasional acute care coverage.
• Maintain competency with electronic documentation systems and required technology platforms.
• Promote process improvement and support program development initiatives.
• Follow workplace safety standards and properly utilize personal protective equipment when required.
• Maintain regular attendance and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform therapy activities for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry 21–50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently perform activities requiring up to 20 lbs. of force.
• Ability to constantly handle equipment and perform patient care-related movements.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities