Physical Therapy Assistant

Rivetus Rehabilitation; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical coverage

401k eligibility

Holiday pay

Licensure reimbursement

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Rivetus Rehabilitation in Shelby Township, MI is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in a geriatric post-acute setting. The role supports development, implementation of, and progression of patient treatment and ensures proper documentation.

You will coordinate care with other disciplines, participate in discharge planning, and maintain clinical expertise through continuing education, mentoring staff, and contributing to program

Qualifications

• Completed an accredited PTA program.
• State licensure as required by Michigan.
• Experience in geriatric post-acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services per the Physical Therapist plan of care.
• Document care to support medical records and reimbursement.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for total patient care.
• Ensure delivery of quality care and participate in discharge planning.
• Maintain clinical expertise through continuing education.
• Assist in care conferences and staff communications.

Skills

Professional judgement

Initiative and flexibility

Patient-family communication

Physical lifting ability

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

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: Shelby 46100 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Twp, MI 48315

Schedule: Full-Time Flexible Schedules Available!

Rate Premium Available for Schedules that include a weekend day

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 program
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan

Skills 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 Pay
• Affordable Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield MI.
• 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.
• Holiday Pay
• Reimbursement for Professional Licensure and CEU Credits.