Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Health Care

Henry Ford Health•Jackson, MI

35d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Physical Therapist Assistant within the Inpatient Rehabilitation team at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township/Warren. As part of Henry Ford Health, the team is committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive and collaborative environment. The role focuses on improving patient mobility, relieving pain, and preventing physical disabilities, making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients in the Macomb County community. The Physical Therapist Assistant will support Physical Therapists in delivering treatments to enhance patient mobility, alleviate pain, and reduce physical disabilities, directly contributing to improving the quality of life for patients and helping them regain independence and achieve rehabilitation goals.

Requirements

Physical Therapist Assistant Associate's degree from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program.
Current State of Michigan licensure.
Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire).
Successful completion of FIM certification exam with a score of at least 80% within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program, Masters or Doctorate degree required.
One year experience providing physical therapy in healthcare setting required.
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist preferred.
Experience in homecare preferred.
Valid Michigan driver’s license and dependable vehicle insured as required by the State of Michigan required.

Responsibilities

Assist Physical Therapists in implementing treatment plans to improve patient mobility and function.
Provide hands-on care to relieve pain and prevent physical disabilities.
Support patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals through guided exercises and activities.
Document patient progress and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
Ensure a safe and supportive environment for patient recovery.