Physical Therapist Assistant II

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance program

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant II in Detroit, Michigan, to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role involves assessing patient conditions, instructing patients and families, and maintaining accurate documentation of therapy.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy, three years of clinical experience, and a current PTA license in Michigan. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in a clinical setting.
• Minimum of 60 points on professional development record.
• Current PTA license in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Instruct and supervise patients and aides during therapy sessions.
• Maintain records and documentation of patient care and progress.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to position and transport patients

Basic Physical Therapy practices knowledge

Physical stamina for lifting and assisting patients

Visual acuity for patient treatment

Sensory ability to distinguish temperature

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant II

Job description for Physical Therapist Assistant II (2606001673)

Job Summary

• Under general supervision of a Physical Therapist, provides direct patient care using standard physical therapy procedures.
• Instructs patients and family, oversees physical therapy aides, students and volunteers, and participates in program development and education activities.
• Assists Physical Therapist in patient evaluation and assesses functional skills of patients.
• Provides individual patient treatment including therapeutic exercise, gait training, mat, mobility, transfers and wheelchair activities.
• Performs prosthetic training, administers modality treatments, and measures and recommends equipment such as wheelchairs, orthoses, assistive devices and wheelchair cushions.
• Instructs patients and family members in wheelchair management, transfers, gait training and home exercise programs.
• Participates in chart rounds, admission and discharge conferences, family conferences and team development conferences.
• Maintains records such as initial, interim, and discharge documentation, home care program, and equipment orders and prescriptions.
• Prepares special reports as requested.
• Receives formal supervision from a Physical Therapist to ensure all patient documentation is reviewed and cosigned.
• Attends and contributes to organizational and program development team and departmental meetings.
• Maintains 60 points in professional development on a yearly basis.
• Supervises, instructs and evaluates PTA I staff members, students and volunteers.
• Maintains current knowledge of physical therapy theory and techniques through reading, attendance at meetings and seminars, and involvement in professional organizations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy with coursework in anatomy, biology, physiology and psychology.
• Three years of experience in a clinical setting.
• Minimum of 60 points on professional development record.
• Current license to practice as a PTA in the state of Michigan.

Skills Required

• Oral and written communication skills adequate for therapeutic and professional interaction.
• Ability to position, transfer and transport patients, and operate rehabilitation equipment.
• Basic knowledge and skill in common Physical Therapy practices and procedures.
• Ability to stand, sit, balance, stoop, kneel and reach to position and treat patients; lift, position and transport patients during treatment (very heavy – 60+ pounds); push and pull while standing/moving to operate and transport equipment (medium 20-30 pounds).
• Visual acuity to observe patient response to treatment. Ability to determine fine discriminate detail to read equipment gauges, and operate equipment.
• Sensory ability to distinguish hot and cold during patient treatments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance program and employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Location & Position Details

DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan

Job Type: Full-time

Shift Type: Days

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program.

Tenet participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program.