Physical Therapist Assistant

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor (MI)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

2:1 retirement match

Generous paid time off

Continuing education support

Job summary

University of Michigan in Ann Arbor seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to join the outpatient orthopedic team. The PTA will work with physical therapists to implement individualized plans, monitor progress, and adjust interventions to support safe, effective recovery.

Responsibilities include supervising students, instructing patients, and contributing to home treatment programs. Michigan Medicine offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

Associate's Degree from an accredited PTA program.
Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Michigan.
Primary source verification is required.

Responsibilities

Provides treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following goals.
Monitors patient responses and adjusts treatment accordingly.
Assists Physical Therapist in complex procedures and programs.
Instructs patients in PT activities and equipment use.
Plans and teaches home treatment programs to patients and families.
Assists in orientation and training of new staff and volunteers.
Supervises PTA students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree (PTA)

Tools

Manual therapy techniques

Job description

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic team. We serve patients with a broad range of orthopedic conditions and needs, including rehabilitation following joint replacement and other orthopedic surgeries, chronic joint pain, arthritis, hypermobility, and other musculoskeletal conditions. The Physical Therapy Assistant will work collaboratively with physical therapists to implement individualized treatment plans, monitor patients? day-to-day progress, and communicate findings to the supervising physical therapist. Under the direction of the physical therapist, the PTA will adjust treatment interventions as appropriate to support patient progress toward functional goals and promote safe, effective recovery.

Responsibilities*

Provides treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following focused treatment plan based on established goals.
Monitors patients' response to treatment and modifies treatment as necessary.
Assists Physical Therapist in carrying out complex procedures and programs.
Instructs patients in physical therapy activities and in the use of equipment.
Identifies the need for home treatment programs; plans and instructs the patient and family/caregivers in home treatment programs.
Assists in orientation and training of new staff and volunteers.
Supervises physical therapy assistant students.

Required Qualifications*

An Associate's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Michigan
This position requires primary source verification

Desired Qualifications*

Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a PTA, with at least 1 year in an outpatient orthopedic setting
Experience implementing manual therapy techniques as part of an individualized treatment plan
Expereince treating patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or hypermobility spectrum disorders
Experience progressing therapeutic exercise programs to address strength, mobility, balance and functional limitations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectivelky within a multidisciplinary team

Why Work at Michigan?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits Can You Look Forward To?

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
2:1 match on retirement savings
Generous paid time off
Support for continuing education

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Full-time (40 hours/week). Specific schedule to be determined. Clinic is open Monday-Thursday, 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. Some closing shifts are required.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Opening ID

284578

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular