Physical Therapist Assistant

Spectrum Health; Watervliet Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay

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Identity protection

Retirement plan

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation therapy under a physical therapist's supervision, and to educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans.

The role includes documenting treatments per department standards, training other staff, and participating in process improvement and program development to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• MI Licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant.
• BLS certification within 90 days (AHA or ARC).

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation therapy procedures under the supervision of a PT.
• Educate patients and caregivers about treatment plans.
• Document treatments according to department standards and reimbursement procedures.
• Instruct and train rehabilitation staff, nursing and other personnel.
• Contribute to process improvement and program development.

Skills

Rehabilitation therapy

Patient education

Staff training

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

LIC-Physical Therapist Assistant - State MI

Job description

Job Summary

Provides rehabilitation therapy procedures to patients under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. Assists with patients/caregiver education.

Essential Functions

Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function to the patient. Assesses effectiveness of treatment and modifies goals / treatment methods, as needed to meet changing needs. Documents treatment of each patient in compliance with department standards, medical-legal and reimbursement procedures. Instructs and trains other rehabilitation staff, nursing, other medical personnel and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services. Participates in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, program development and marketing activities. Improves skill areas as demonstrated by applying continuing education in-services, participating in competencies in applicable areas, and developing new concepts of patient care and additional skills with various population groups. Demonstrates productivity as indicated by department standard.

Qualifications

Required Associate's Degree accredited physical therapy assistant program. LIC-Physical Therapist Assistant - STATE_MI State of Michigan. Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required. Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required. LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Home Care Business Lines Upon Hire required.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• 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.

Employment details

Full time

Shift Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work Days Worked Weekend Frequency

Site - Watervliet Hospital - 400 Medical Park Dr - Watervliet

Health System Overview

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

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.

Contact / Application Assistance

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

Commitment to Eligibility and Diversity

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.