PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST - New Hire Incentive

Peoplefluent; Lansing, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UM Health Sparrow in Lansing, MI is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide rehabilitation under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role focuses on restoring function, reducing pain, and maximizing mobility for patients after disease, injury or surgery.

Responsibilities include delivering prescribed PT treatments, educating patients and families, documenting care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and supporting ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• State of Michigan PTA licensure.
• BLS Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in acute care rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.

Responsibilities

• Provide prescribed physical therapy treatment under supervision of a PT.
• Educate patients and families to promote functional restoration.
• Document all care and patient responses in the medical record.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team in planning and evaluating care.
• Maintain professional standards by participating in inservices and department requirements.
• Delegate and supervise care to PCT and PTA students.
• Serve as a resource on body mechanics, positioning, mobility, and transfer techniques.

Skills

Effective written and verbal comms

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Job ID: 55952

Positions Location: Lansing, MIJob DescriptionGeneral Purpose of Job: Provide

Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provide physical therapy treatment in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain and maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Essential Duties:

The job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provide prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients under the supervision of the physical therapist: areas of treatment include range of motion, strength, tone, posture, gait, orthotic or prosthetic fit, sensorimotor function, massage, joint mobilization, exercises etc.
• Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote functional restoration of mobility.
• Document all care given, and the patient response in the patient's medical record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.
• Maintain professional standards by participating in inservices and hospital / department requirements.
• Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to PCT, and physical therapy assistant students.
• Act as a resource to other disciplines in proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, early mobility, and transfer techniques.

Job Requirements

General Requirements State of Michigan PTA licensure. Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations. BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire). Work Experience Preferred- Experience in Acute Care Rehabilitation Setting. Education Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program. Specialized Knowledge and Skills Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations. BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire).

UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of charge—ensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and market leading wages.

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements:

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level Associate Status Full-time Facility Sparrow Hospital Experience Level New Grad