Physical Therapist Assistant- FULL Time- Days- Southfield

Department: Physical Therapy Henry Ford Southfield Campus

FULL Time (40 hours per week) Day shift 8:00am-4:30pm with rotating weekends & holidays

GENERAL SUMMARY

Conducts medically prescribed physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist.

Responsibilities:

• Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population.
• Documents treatment interventions given.
• May coordinate activities of physical therapy aides, students and other support personnel.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: -

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Rehab Therapist specializing in Physical Therapy Asst credentialed from the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy required.

• Associate's degree

• Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans developed by a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Monitor patient progress and communicate observations to the supervising Physical Therapist to inform care plan adjustments.

• Accurately document patient treatments and responses following facility standards and regulatory guidelines.

• Collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure continuity and quality of care.

• Assist in supervising and mentoring physical therapy students and rehabilitation support staff.

• Willingness to float to inpatient rehab as needed to provide coverage during staff absences.

• Current state licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

• Previous experience in acute care or inpatient rehab settings is preferred

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals
• Department: Physical Therapy 001
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable