PT Assistant

Genesis HealthCare, Inc.; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 44,083 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Clinical Mentorship Program

Continuing Education opportunities

H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

A leading health services organization in Portage, Michigan is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement therapy programs and deliver treatments. This role prioritizes patient care and collaboration in a supportive environment. Candidates should have graduated from an accredited program and be eligible for state licensure. The position offers a competitive hourly salary ranging from $32.00 to $34.00.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy programs and activities for patients.
• Deliver therapy treatments and follow developed recovery plans.
• Address patients' individual needs and collaborate with peers.

Skills

Patient care

Physical therapy implementation

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Job description

Overview

At Powerback, we\'re on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We\'re proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it\'s needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you\'re passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Benefits

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

1. Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
2. Location/work environment: In facility
3. Reporting structure: Reporting to Director of Rehab
4. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you help patients get well. You are the person who can bring their power back. In doing this, you will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments.
5. You\'re a healer and a helper, which is why you got into this line of work.
6. You\'re equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as an individual. You know your goal is to execute a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.
7. You\'re adaptable to the needs of the patient and can find joy in the variety of the work and the settings.
8. You\'re a teammate and are looking for collaboration with your peers, but you\'re also happy to make referrals to help your patient get the care they need to thrive.
9. You know that being a Physical Therapist Assistant means putting patients first; ensuring patients and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.
10. If this sounds like you, we\'d love to meet you!

About Powerback

Powerback Rehabilitation (Powerback) is a new way of delivering recovery, rehabilitation, respiratory, and wellness services to patients across the nation. We deliver an empowered approach to achieving your full potential by providing integrated and individualized solutions. Our reimagined approach to rehabilitation connects directly to the patient experience, which is centered on transforming the road to recovery for everyone and helping patients get their power back. It\'s patient-centered care that provides a sustainable way of feeling better, moving better, breathing better, and living better.

Working in a company that values growth and understands what it means to be a caregiver is refreshing. Our CEO is a former staff therapist. We offer growth, paths forward, and we are committed to patient-centered care. We are growing, stable, and need people like you, who have a calling to help people thrive.

Isn\'t it time for you to work with a team where 86% of them know and feel their work makes a difference? So much so, we\'re certified as a 2023 Great Place to Work.

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
2. Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.

Salary

Posted Salary Range: USD $32.00 - USD $34.00 /Hr.