Physical Therapist Assistant

Spectrum Health; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

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Job summary

Spectrum Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in implementing treatment plans and progressing patients through rehabilitation at the Trenton location. The role involves documenting treatments, communicating with the care team, and contributing to program development.

Under supervision of a licensed PT, you will assist with discharge planning, collaboration on treatment methods, and patient/family instruction, while meeting productivity goals

Qualifications

• Education: Requires an Associate’s Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
• Work Experience: None.
• Certification, Licensure: Michigan licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required; BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physical therapist in treatment of patients by implementing an established treatment plan and progressing patients.
• Documents treatments and communicates with the treatment team according to applicable laws and standards.
• Submits charges for services and maintains patient documentation.
• Participates in non-patient care activities including education events, outreach, and program development.

Education

Associate’s Degree from a PTA Program

Job description

About the Unit

Assists physical therapist in treatment of patients by implementing an established treatment plan, progressing patient through the therapeutic plan, communicating with internal and external contacts regarding treatment, and documenting treatments, all under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Scope of Work: Assists physical therapist in treatment of patients by implementing an established treatment plan, progressing patient through the therapeutic plan, communicating with internal and external contacts regarding treatment, and documenting treatments, all under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Under the supervision of a PT, implements treatment and discharge plans. Collaborates with the PT in determining treatment methods and media, assists with re-evaluating and updating treatment plans. Instructs and trains family or significant others. Meets productivity. Documents patient treatment according to all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and professional standards of documentation. Submits charges for services provided. Maintains verbal, electronic and written communication with treatment team, including supervising PT for purposes of goal setting, active problem-solving, treatment and discharge planning. Communicates observations of patient’s conditions and reactions to treatment. Participates in non-patient care activities including educational events, community outreach, marketing, cost containment, student supervision, staff orientation, program development, CQI.

STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education / Training:

• Requires an Associate’s Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Work Experience:

• None

Certification, Licensure, Registration:

• Michigan licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required.
• BLS Certification required

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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton

Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work varies Days Worked varies Weekend Frequency Variable weekends

We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.