Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time - Day Shift - Specialty Center Rehab Jackson

Davita Inc.; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support a Physical Therapist in patient treatment within the rehab department at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. This role involves working collaboratively with healthcare professionals to improve patient mobility and ensure quality care. Ideal candidates will possess an Associate's degree, current Michigan licensure, and a commitment to ongoing clinical education.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree and current Michigan licensure.
• CPR certification needed within 90 days.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing treatment to improve patient mobility.
• Document patient care and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA standards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree from CAPTE accredited program

Current State of Michigan licensure

CPR certification

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.

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)

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital


• Department: Specialty Center-Rehab


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable