Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Synchrony Rehab; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after first month

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab in East Lansing, MI seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The PTA will work in an interdisciplinary setting, delivering treatments and monitoring patient progress within professional and ethical standards.

The role requires an PTA credential, active licensure in the state, and CPR certification (preferred).

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• Experience: 0-1 years.
• Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification.
• Current CPR certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities.
• Observe patient responses to therapy and report findings to the supervising PT.
• Document patient progress and maintain up-to-date records.
• Provide instructions to patients and families on exercises and home safety.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support the team with ongoing evaluation of patient needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Therapeutic exercise techniques

Manual therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), under the direction of a Physical Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Licenses and Certifications

Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification

Current valid CPR certification, preferred

Qualifications

Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program

Experience: 0-1 years

Roles And Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and strategies to support continued progress at home.
• Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

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