Physical Therapist Assistant

Corewell Health; Watervliet Township (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation team at Watervliet Hospital. The role provides rehabilitation procedures under a physical therapist's direction and supports patient and caregiver education to promote recovery.

You will participate in ongoing education, contribute to program development, and collaborate with nursing and other professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• LIC-Physical Therapist Assistant - STATE_MI required upon hire.
• CRT-BLS (AHA or ARC) required within 90 days of hire.
• LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI required.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents rehabilitation therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Assists with patient and caregiver education.
• Develops and adjusts treatment plans to restore maximal function.
• Educates and trains other staff, nursing, and students as needed.
• Contributes to process improvements, patient satisfaction, and program development.
• Maintains productivity in line with department standards.

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Job Summary

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

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. Learn more here.
• 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

Primary Location

SITE - Watervliet Hospital - 400 Medical Park Dr - Watervliet

Department Name

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Days Worked

Weekend Frequency

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. 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. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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