Physical Therapy Assistant -Local Traveler

Physical Therapy Assistant - Local Traveler - Up To $35hr

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Facility

Location:

Reports to DOT at 1859 Quarry Rd., Riverview MI. This role travels locally to facilities in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne and Washtenaw counties (within 30 miles from home).

Schedule: Full Time - Monday to Friday.

Compensation: Earn up to $35/hr.

Provides physical therapy treatment to patients according to the established treatment plan under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. Contributes to development, implementation of, and progression of patient treatment and modifies treatment as necessary. Participates in patient care conferences and program development. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice.

• Provides physical therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the APTA for the Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.
• Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
• Assures delivery of quality care.
• Participates in the discharge planning process to ensure continued patient care as needed and provide patient and family instruction.
• Maintains the clinical expertise of the PTA through continuing education.
• Contributes to a team philosophy within the department and the company and promotes the same among staff.
• Delegates work assignments, responsibilities, and patients to support staff as needed.
• Supervises students and volunteers.
• Represents the Physical Therapy Department to family, visitors, and personnel and attends care conferences as requested.
• Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients and families and department head.
• Secures equipment for patients and department supplies as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan
• Valid Driver's License

• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.
• Initiative and flexibility in the work environment.
• Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.
• Physical ability to bend, position, transfer and lift patients weighing from 80 pounds to over 300 pounds, with use of lifting devices as clinically recommended.

• Daily Pay
• Affordable Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield MI.
• 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.
• Paid Holidays
• Reimbursement for Professional Licensure and CEU Credits.
• Mileage reimbursement for local travel between facilities.

Note:

This description reflects the current role and does not include all possible duties. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rivetus Rehabilitation.