Physical Therapist Assistant - Detroit Second Avenue

Henry Ford Health

Physical Therapist Assistant - Detroit Second Avenue

Detroit, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    ** GENERAL SUMMARY:**

    We are seeking an experienced PTA (2–3 years) with a background in both neurological and orthopedic care. You will join a dynamic, collaborative team of rehabilitation providers. While you will manage your own caseload, you can expect to work closely with your colleagues to provide coordinated, high-quality care.

    Under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists the Physical Therapist in providing treatment that improves patient mobility, relieves pain, and prevents or lessens physical disabilities of patients.

    ** PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

    • Performs patient treatment, and objective data gathering under general Physical Therapist supervision as appropriate and in collaboration with other health care providers.
    • Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.
    • Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care.
    • Functions as a team member in care of patients and in mentoring with other staff.
    • Delegates non-patient care tasks to support staff as appropriate.
    • Maintains clinical productivity standards.
    • Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.
    • Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.
    • Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within the clinic and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.
    • Maintains patient confidentiality according to HFHS HIPAA policies.
    • Maintains adherence to all applicable Federal/State law/regulations, APTA standards of practice, MI Licensure requirements, the HFHS Integrity/ Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, as well as all other HFHS policies and procedures.
    • If requested, represents HFHS at community and professional functions.
    • Participates in student education programs
    • May have other duties assigned as needed.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    ** EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:**

    • Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s degree acquired from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program.

    ** CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:**

    • Current State of Michigan licensure.
    • Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire).