Physical Therapist Assistant - Foster Clinic/Up to $3,000 Bonus

Mary Free Bed; Traverse City (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing vital physical therapy services under the guidance of a licensed therapist, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care. With a focus on continuous education and evidence-based practices, you will play a crucial part in helping patients regain their independence and improve their quality of life. The organization prides itself on a culture of optimism and support, making it a rewarding environment for professionals who are passionate about rehabilitation. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus up to $3,000

Health Insurance

Continuing Education Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
• Licensure with the State of Michigan required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and treatment under supervision of a physical therapist.
• Documents patient status and progress according to standards.
• Participates in meetings and adheres to hospital policies.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercise

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Foster Clinic/Up to $3,000 Bonus

Physical Therapist Assistant - Foster Clinic/Up to $3,000 Bonus

Primary Location: SITE - Foster Family Health Center - Traverse City

Department Name: Foster Family Health Center TC

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

Hours of Work: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Days Worked: Mon - Friday

Bonus: Sign-On Bonus up to $3,000

Compensation: Starting at $25.40 (eligible for increase based on experience)

Mary Free Bed Summary: We have the great privilege of helping patients and families re-build their lives. It’s extraordinarily meaningful work and the reason we greet the day with optimism and anticipation. When patients “Ask for Mary,” they experience a culture that has been sculpted for more than a century.

Mission Statement: Restoring hope and freedom through rehabilitation.

Age Specific Responsibility: Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned department.

Summary: Provides physical therapy services as assigned by, and under the supervision of, a physical therapist. Keeps treatment skills updated through continuing education, evidence-based research, and program development.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provides patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation.
• Assists the physical therapist in treatment planning and conducting evaluation procedures.
• Assists the physical therapist in treating patients utilizing modalities, therapeutic exercise, assistive devices, and functional activities.
• Documents patient’s status and progress according to established internal/external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines.
• Communicates with others to integrate physical therapy treatment with all aspects of patient care.
• Participates in various meetings and in-services as designated.
• Follows all hospital policy and procedures including but not limited to patient confidentiality and infection control.
• Meets or exceeds program productivity expectations.
• Functions as patient advocate.

Essential Job Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
• Licensure with the State of Michigan.
• Possesses and maintains BLS certification to meet department/program protocol.

Customer Service Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors, encouraging, coaching, and monitoring the same in team members.

Responsibilities in Quality Improvement

Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service.

Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, or disability.