Physical Therapy Assistant-PRN

Rivetus Rehabilitation; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401k Eligibility & matching

Job summary

Rivetus Rehabilitation in Michigan seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatments under PT supervision in skilled nursing facilities. You will contribute to treatment development, documentation, and program progression while coordinating with the care team and families.

The role requires completion of an accredited PTA program and Michigan licensure, with the ability to adapt to patient needs and participate in continuing education.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan.
• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative.
• Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Contribute to the development, implementation of, and progression of patient treatment and modify treatment as necessary.
• Participates in patient care conferences and program development and completes appropriate documentation.
• Maintains the clinical expertise through continuing education and contributes to a team environment.

Skills

Initiative & flexibility

Communication with patients

Professional judgement

Education

PTA program

Michigan state licensure

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:

St. Francis-915 North River Road, Saginaw, MI 48609

Schedule:

PRN/Contingent

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
• 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.