Physical Therapist Assistant Outpatient Rehab

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in improving patient mobility and reducing pain in outpatient or clinical settings. Under supervision, you will assist with treatment plans, monitor progress, and document care.

The role requires a CAPTE-accredited PTA degree, Michigan licensure, and CPR certification. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, contribute to patient safety and quality initiatives, and participate in ongoing

Qualifications

• PTA degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Active State of Michigan PTA license.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient treatment and data gathering under supervision.
• Document care and billing timely per department standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other staff to ensure patient care.
• Mentor and collaborate with staff as a team member.
• Delegate non-patient tasks to support staff as appropriate.
• Maintain clinical productivity and ongoing education.
• Participate in in-services, meetings, and program development.
• Maintain patient safety and equipment, and confidentiality per HFHS policies.

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (CAPTE-accredited)

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.

Qualifications

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)