Physical Therapist Assistant

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support physical therapy services across Michigan. The role involves assisting with patient treatment under supervision, documenting care, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to improve mobility and reduce pain.

Qualified candidates hold a CAPTE-accredited PTA associate degree, MI licensure, and current CPR certification. Join a team focused on high-quality care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Physical Therapist Assistant degree from an accredited program (CAPTE).
• Active MI licensure to practice as PTA.
• CPR certification current or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and gather data under PT supervision with team collaboration.
• Document patient care and billing promptly according to standards.
• Communicate with colleagues, physicians, and nurses to optimize care.
• Serve as a team member and mentor supporting staff.
• Delegate non-patient tasks to appropriate staff.
• Maintain clinical productivity standards.
• Maintain ongoing clinical education to keep expertise current.
• Participate in in-services, meetings, and quality activities.
• Monitor patient safety and assist with equipment maintenance.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HFHS HIPAA policies.
• Adhere to laws, standards, and HFHS policies and procedures.
• Represent HFHS at community/professional events if requested.
• Participate in student education programs.

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s degree (CAPTE-accredited)

Current State of Michigan licensure

Current CPR certification

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists the Physical Therapist in providing treatment that improves patient mobility, relieves pain, and prevents or lessens physical disabilities of patients.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs patient treatment, and objective data gathering under general Physical Therapist supervision as appropriate and in collaboration with other health care providers.
• Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.
• Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care.
• Functions as a team member in care of patients and in mentoring with other staff.
• Delegates non-patient care tasks to support staff as appropriate.
• Maintains clinical productivity standards.
• Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.
• Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.
• Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within the clinic and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.
• Maintains patient confidentiality according to HFHS HIPAA policies.
• Maintains adherence to all applicable Federal/State law/regulations, APTA standards of practice, MI Licensure requirements, the HFHS Integrity/ Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, as well as all other HFHS policies and procedures.
• If requested, represents HFHS at community and professional functions.
• Participates in student education programs
• May have other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications

. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s degree acquired from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program
• Current State of Michigan licensure
• Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire

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