PHYSICAL THERAPY AST

Physical Therapy Assistant

Positions Location : Lansing, MI

General Purpose of Job : Provide physical therapy treatment in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain and maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

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 : 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 progress in their treatment plan.

Document all care given, and the patient response in the patient's electronic medical record.

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in planning, implementing, and assessing 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 Rehab aide and therapy assistant students.

Act as a resource to other disciplines in proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, early mobility, and transfer techniques.

Maximize customer satisfaction by treating customers with respect and responding to their needs in a prompt, friendly and courteous manner.

Job Requirements :

State of Michigan PTA licensure. Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations. BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire).

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.