PTA, PRN — Acute Care Rehab with Impact

Bronson Healthcare; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for acute care, PRN schedule. You will work under a licensed Physical Therapist to provide treatments aimed at improving function, reducing pain, and increasing independence.

Responsibilities include following the plan of care, documenting care in the electronic health record, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. PTA graduates with Michigan licensure are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant Program required.
• Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred.
• Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing in the state of Michigan
• BLS certification required within 3 months of hire
• Current driver's license in the state of Michigan, availability of car for business use on a daily basis, and proof of insurance required for Bronson at Home

Responsibilities

• Follow the plan of care and goals established by the Physical Therapist
• Provision of direct patient care, including performing physical, electrical, mechanical, and heat treatments according to treatment plan
• Direct patient care, including conducting individual and/or group Physical Therapy activities according to treatment plan; facilitates and instructs patients in the skills necessary to successfully participate
• Interdisciplinary team discussions or hospital rounds involvement
• Documenting in the electronic health record per compliance timelines
• Supervision of Rehab Clinical Assistant, PTA students and volunteers

Skills

Team communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient communication

Time management

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant Program

PTA license in MI

BLS certification

Michigan driver license

Job description

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for acute care, PRN schedule. You will work under a licensed Physical Therapist to provide treatments aimed at improving function, reducing pain, and increasing independence.

Responsibilities include following the plan of care, documenting care in the electronic health record, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. PTA graduates with Michigan licensure are encouraged to apply.