Physical Therapist Assistant - Surgical Center

Team Rehabilitation Services, LLC•Detroit, MI

48d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of Team Rehabilitation’s Surgery Center team, you will play a critical role in the patient’s journey toward recovery and independence. Your primary focus will be providing hands-on mobility assistance and essential education to patients and their support systems to ensure a safe transition from surgery center to home.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant.
Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license (or eligibility to obtain).
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Passion for patient care and measurable outcomes.
Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Working alongside nursing staff to help patients recover after total joint replacement surgery
Instruct patients and caregivers on prescribed exercises and physician protocols
Provide guidance along with nursing staff on effective pain management techniques and recovery expectations.
Train patients on the proper use and maintenance of DME including immobilizers, SCD (Sequential Compression Device) pumps, walkers, and gait belts
Provide gait training education to improve the patient’s walking pattern and stability.
Physically assist and supervise patients as they navigate stairs
Demonstrate and assist with safe transfer techniques (e.g., getting out of bed, toileting)
Provide direct physical assistance during the discharge process, including safely assisting patients into their vehicles.