Hiring Physical Therapist Assistant in Sault St. Marie, MI

SAGE GROUP•Sault Ste. Marie, MI

5d•$37•Hybrid

About The Position

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking a Physical Therapist for a permanent placement position in Sault St. Marie, Michigan. This is a full-time role primarily in an outpatient setting with occasional acute care coverage. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a Physical Therapist License. A sign-on bonus of $20,000 is offered with a 2-year commitment. New graduates may be considered, but experience is preferred. The role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, educating patients and families, and supervising support staff.

Requirements

Physical Therapist License – Required
Bachelor’s Degree – Required
Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to demonstrate and teach treatment routines to professional and non-professional staff
Must successfully complete orientation and competency requirements
Must comply with OSHA requirements and infection control standards
CPR/BLS certification must be maintained as required

Nice To Haves

BLS Certification – Highly Preferred (within 1 month of hire or transfer)
Experience preferred, but new graduates may be considered

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ functional abilities through formal and informal assessments of skeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, goals, and tolerance levels.
Create and update treatment plans in coordination with physicians and healthcare team members.
Provide therapeutic interventions to restore, maintain, and improve patient functional abilities.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding conditions, treatment plans, home exercise programs, and recovery expectations.
Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Home Health Aides, and students according to regulatory standards.
Recommend adaptive equipment and assist patients with obtaining necessary supportive devices.
Document patient progress, treatment responses, and changes in condition according to compliance standards.
Complete required documentation for billing and regulatory requirements.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, team conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
Promote physical therapy services through education and community outreach activities.
Manage assigned cases and coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all organizational policies and procedures.
Demonstrate commitment to providing high-quality patient care through teamwork, professionalism, and service excellence.
Provide coverage in outpatient settings with occasional acute care responsibilities.
Maintain competency with required technology systems and electronic documentation platforms.
Follow workplace safety standards and use appropriate personal protective equipment when required.
Maintain regular attendance and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.