PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST - Mary Free Bed

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Job ID : 51667 Positions Location : Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of

Description :

Positions Location : Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job :

Performs physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Keeps treatment skills updated through continuing education, evidence based research and program development. Performs job responsibilities in accordance with the program's strategic objectives and goals to carry out organizational strategic objectives.

Essential Duties :

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provide prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients under the supervision of the physical therapist. Such areas of treatment include range of motion, strength, tone, posture, gait, orthotic or prosthetic fit, sensorimotor function, massage, joint mobilization, exercises etc.
• Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote functional restoration of mobility.
• Document all care given, and the patient response in the patient's medical record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient's care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.
• Maintain professional standards by participating in inservices and hospital / department requirements.
• Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to PCT, and physical therapy assistant students.
• Act as a resource to other disciplines in proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, early mobility, and transfer techniques.
• Provides verbal and / or written feedback to the physical therapist regarding all significant observations or changes in the patient's condition, reaction and response to treatment.
• Assists the physical therapist in determining equipment and supply needs and may participate in the acquisition and inventory of these items.
• Document patient's status and progress according to established internal / external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines.
• Meets or exceeds program productivity standards.
• Provides discipline specific coverage (following cross training) within Sparrow Health System as requested.

Other Job Responsibilities :

Job Requirements

General Requirements

Work Experience

Education

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family

Clinical Professional / Technical / Allied Health

Requirements : Shift

Days

Degree Type / Education Level

Associate

Status

Per Diem

Facility

Sparrow Hospital

Experience Level

New Grad