Physical Therapy Assistant

Sylvania; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Michigan is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for the 2025-26 school year. The role requires providing direct care to students under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, collaborating with school teams, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree in a relevant field and a Physical Therapy Assistant License. Strong communication skills are essential to ensure effective interaction with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from accredited PTA program.
• Physical Therapy Assistant License required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to students using standard physical therapy procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the school team to provide services to children.
• Document and report at Individual Educational Planning meetings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Initiative

Judgment

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree from accredited PTA program

Physical Therapy Assistant License

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant

Portage Public Schools District

2025-26 School Year

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, provide direct care to students using standard physical therapy procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the school team and physical therapist to provide services to children including interventions, in small group and individual sessions.
• Ability to work with children of varied abilities and temperaments.
• Follow and implement the plan for each student developed by the physical therapist.
• Provide documentation and reports at Individual Educational Planning meetings.
• Ability to work independently and manage schedules and caseload.
• Position requires travel between school districts.
• Possess verbal and written communication skills, write notes on services provided and provide input and feedback to teachers and the physical therapist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the Portage Public Schools Employee Handbook.

The above duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the nature of the work by this position. The listing is not all-inclusive.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree from accredited PTA program.
• Physical Therapy Assistant License
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district staff and the public.
• Ability to assume responsibility, display initiative, and exercise good judgment.
• Proficient computer and document skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply online at: https://www.portageps.org/page/employment-at-pps

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