Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA (Full Time)

Trinity Health; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

403B retirement savings

Paid time off

Day 1 benefits

Job summary

Trinity Health in Ludington, MI seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for an outpatient setting. The PTA will implement prescribed modalities and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist, contributing to a high standard of patient care and teamwork within the department.

Requirements include graduation from an APTA-accredited PTA program, an Associate’s Degree, and Michigan PTA licensure or eligibility prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate from PTA training program accredited by American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Associate’s Degree required.
• State of Michigan PTA license or eligibility prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy modalities and treatments per plan of care established by a physical therapist.
• Collaborate with the patient’s care team to maintain high-quality, interdisciplinary care.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Professional autonomy

Education

APTA-accredited PTA program

Associate’s Degree

MI PTA License or eligibility

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Highlights

• Outpatient setting.
• Located in the beautiful lakeshore town, Ludington, MI!

Position Summary

The physical therapist assistant assumes the responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by the plan of care established by a physical therapist and in accordance with the State of Michigan Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978, in addition to established facility and departmental policies and procedures. The physical therapist assistant works cooperatively with the patient’s team personnel in maintaining standards of professional practice and interdisciplinary teamwork to maintaining the highest degree of quality care.

What the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will need

• Must be a graduate from a physical therapist assistant training program accredited by American Physical Therapy Association.
• Required: Associate’s Degree.
• State of Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant License or eligible to obtain licensure prior to hire date

Benefits and Total Rewards

• Competitive salary, paid time off, 403B retirement savings, and health, vision, dental benefits starting on Day 1- no waiting period
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Trinity Health offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.