Physical Therapy Assistant

Paycom - ATS; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical coverage through Blue Cross/BC

401k Eligibility & matching after 3 mo

Job summary

Rivetus Team in ShorePointe, St. Clair Shores, MI is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapy under a Physical Therapist. You will help develop and progress patient treatment plans and document care to support continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PTA program and Michigan licensure. The position is full-time, Tue-Sat with a weekend shift pay incentive, offering competitive pay and benefits including health coverage

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Michigan licensure or eligibility as required by the State of Michigan.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment and initiative in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatment under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Document care to maintain medical records and billing requirements.
• Participate in patient care conferences and discharge planning.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for team-based care.
• Maintain PTA clinical expertise through continued education.
• Supervise students and volunteers as assigned.

Skills

Professional judgment

Initiative

Flexibility

Communication with patients/families

Physical endurance

Education

PTA program (accredited)

Job description

Join the Rivetus Team!Rivetus has been serving the geriatric post-acute community since 1998. We are a specialized rehabilitation company operated and managed at the executive level by licensed clinicians. Our unique perspective combines superior knowledge of the healthcare regulatory industry with a passion for positive patient outcomes. We incorporate solid business practices with skill and compassion to provide superior service, expedite healing, and enhance the quality of life for patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities.Facility Location: ShorePointe - 26001 East Jefferson Ave St. Clair Shores, MI 48081Schedule: Full Time, Tuesday-SaturdayWeekend shift pay incentive!General Summary:Provides physical therapy treatment to patients according to the established treatment plan under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. Contributes to the development, implementation of, and progression of patient treatment and modifies treatment as necessary. Participates in patient care conferences and program development. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice.Role Summary:Provides physical therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the A.P.T.A. for the Physical Therapist Assistant.Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.Assures delivery of quality care.Participates in the discharge planning process to ensure continued patient care as needed and provide patient and family instruction.Maintains the clinical expertise of the PTA through continuing education.Contributes to a team philosophy within the department and the company and promotes the same among staff.Delegates work assignments, responsibilities, and patients to support staff as needed.Supervises students and volunteers.Represents the Physical Therapy Department to family, visitors, and personnel and attends care conferences as requested.Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients and families and department head.Secures equipment for patients and department supplies as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant programLicensure as required by the State of MichiganSkills and Abilities:Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.Initiative and flexibility in the work environment.Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.Physical Ability to bend, position, transfer and lift patients weighing from 80 pounds to over 300 pounds, without restriction, utilizing lifting devices clinically recommended for the patient.Employee Benefits:Competitive PayAffordable Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield MI401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of serviceHoliday PayReimbursement for Professional Licensure and CEU Credits