Physical Therapy Assistant; LPTA

UP Health System Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network.

We are looking for a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to provide PRN care on varied shifts.

• Supports Physical Therapist in assessing the condition of patients, planning and following treatment programs, preparing treatment schedules, and keeping accurate electronic documentation of progress and goals.
• Assists and administers therapeutic procedures under a Physical Therapist’s supervision.
• Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing.
• Can perform patient treatments in Skilled Nursing Facilities.
• Provides direct restorative care and delegated therapy tasks including passive and active range of motion, ambulation, activities of daily living training, special positioning, splint application, restorative dining, bladder and bowel management, and retraining in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.
• Acts as a resource to staff.
• Provides education, guidance, and direction to staff regarding mobility, use of assistive devices, and lifts.
• Actively participates in weekly IDT and QAPI meetings.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s degree. Graduate of a program in discipline.
• Licenses:
  Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Michigan.
• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS).

• Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection & PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

UP Health System Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.