Physical Ther Assistant KAL

Overview

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

• MISSION:
  We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES:
  Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS:
  Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

• 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.

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established time frames.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established time frames.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.
• Serves as a Clinical Instructor for Therapy Students as requested by Departmental Leadership.

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

• LIC BLS Provider
  
  Required:
  
  Y
• Preferred: N, Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) credentialed from the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• LIC Rehab Therapist
  
  Required:
  
  Y
• Preferred: N
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience
• Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Education Diploma
  
  Required:
  
  N
• Preferred: N

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Administrative

• Hospitals and Health Care

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