Full-Time Home Care Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant ( PTA ) - Grand Haven, MI

Trinity Health•Muskegon, MI

About The Position

As a Home Care Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), you will provide physical therapy services to the organization’s clients under the guidance and supervision of the Physical Therapist, and in accordance with a written plan of treatment established by the physician and physical therapist. Trinity Health At Home – Muskegon is a member of Trinity Health At Home, a national home care, hospice and palliative care organization serving communities throughout eleven states. As a faith-based, not-for-profit agency, they serve patients and families in the comfort of home, offering skilled nursing, therapy (physical, occupational, speech) and medical social work. They are Medicare-certified and accredited by The Joint Commission. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation, with 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Their system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2023, they invested $1.5 billion in their communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

Requirements

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Michigan
Graduation from a two-year college-level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Minimum of six months’ experience under a qualified Physical Therapist.
Must be able to function in a practice environment with minimal direct supervision, accepting personal responsibility for maintaining a professional relationship with the agency’s clients and their families.
Must accept responsibility for maintaining clinical practice skills learning and adhering to agency’s policies and procedures on an on-going basis.
Must have current Driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work site.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services to clients according to a physician’s written order and therapist plan of care.
Implements the care plans for clients developed by the supervisory Physical Therapist.
Provides direct physical therapy treatment to clients as assigned.
Instructs clients and family members in the use and care of therapeutic appliances and devices, such as wheelchairs, braces, etc.
Assists in assessing the client’s need for physical therapy devices and interventions.
Reports to physician, PT, RN or branch management as necessary regarding the client’s response/reaction to treatment or a change in condition

Benefits

Consistent, Predictable Schedules
Competitive Pay & Affordable Benefits
Supportive, Visible Leadership
Clear Pathways for Career Growth
Epic EMR System
Fast, Candidate-Friendly Hiring Process
Deeply Meaningful Work
Zero On-Call Requirements
Medical, dental and vision insurance starting Day One
Short- and long-term disability coverage
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
Comprehensive onboarding and orientation
Live Your Whole Life Incentive Program – earn premium discounts for completing wellness activities