Physical Therapy Assistant

Paycom - ATS; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

401k matching

PTO

Holiday pay

Licensure reimbursement

CEU credits

Job summary

Rivetus Team in Southfield, MI offers a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant position at The Lakeland Center, focusing on geriatric post-acute rehab. You will deliver PT treatments under supervision, contribute to program development, and participate in discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, coordination with the care team, delegation to support staff, and ongoing clinical education to maintain PTA expertise.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative in clinical scenarios.
• Commitment to ongoing education and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT treatments to patients per the established plan under supervision.
• Contribute to development, implementation, and progression of patient treatment.
• Complete documentation and adhere to policies and standards of practice.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
• Participate in discharge planning and patient/family instruction.

Skills

Professional judgement

Initiative

Flexibility

Communication

Patient-focused care

Education

Accredited PTA 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: The Lakeland Center - 26900 Franklin Road Southfield, MI 48033Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday OR Tuesday-SaturdayHourly Rate Premium!!!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 MI.401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.PTO Package.Holiday PayReimbursement for Professional Licensure and CEU Credits.