Hiring Physical Therapist Assistant in Tawas City, MI

SAGE GROUP•Tawas Township, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking a Physical Therapist I for a permanent/full-time position in Michigan. This role involves primary practice in Outpatient settings with some Acute Care coverage. New graduates are encouraged to apply. The position requires evaluating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, providing physical therapy interventions, educating patients and families, and supervising Physical Therapist Assistants, aides, and students. The role also involves recommending adaptive equipment, completing documentation, monitoring patient progress, collaborating with healthcare teams, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

New graduates are welcome to apply
Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and rehabilitation skills
Ability to independently manage patient care plans and treatment programs
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), aides, and students
Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy – Required
Active Physical Therapist (PT) License – Required
BLS Certification – Highly Preferred (within one month of hire)
Completion of required orientation and competency programs

Nice To Haves

BLS Certification

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients through formal and informal assessments to determine functional abilities, including skeletal, neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, and mobility status.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, physician orders, and patient goals.
Provide physical therapy interventions to restore, improve, and maintain optimal functional abilities.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety strategies, and rehabilitation goals.
Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Home Health Aides, and students according to professional and regulatory standards.
Recommend adaptive equipment and assist patients with obtaining appropriate supportive devices.
Complete accurate and timely documentation required for patient care, billing, and regulatory compliance.
Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on changes in patient condition.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate effective patient care.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and program development.
Serve as a case manager for assigned patients when required.
Promote physical therapy services through patient education and community outreach.
Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all safety, infection control, and compliance standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.