Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network•Detroit, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides home-based skilled physical therapy services as ordered by the attending physician and in accordance with the plan and goals established by the Physical Therapist. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the PTA supports patients’ recovery, functional improvement, and safety while coordinating with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers. The role serves patients in Warren, Hazel Park, Pleasant Ridge, Ferndale, Detroit, Highland Park, and Hamtramck, Michigan, including central, eastern, western, and downtown Detroit neighborhoods. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The PTA must participate in an on-call rotation covering two weekend days per month, one summer holiday, and one winter holiday each year. Compensation uses a pay-per-visit model, with mileage reimbursement and bonus opportunities. Schedules are described as flexible, and support is available from teams handling scheduling and patient admissions. The PTA provides therapy to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical methods such as exercise, massage, heat, and water. The role includes observing and monitoring patient conditions, reporting changes to the Physical Therapist, assessing functional problems, and providing interventions in collaboration with the Physical Therapist. The PTA also educates and counsels patients and families about disease or injury management and the use of mobility and assistive equipment. Accurate clinical documentation and compliance with agency protocols, Medicare and federal guidelines, and applicable rules and regulations are required. The PTA attends in-service training and mandatory agency meetings. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off for eligible teammates, the opportunity to participate in a 401(k), company-paid life insurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. The position is with Beaumont Home Health & Hospice, part of Alternate Solutions Health Network.

Requirements

Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of employment.
At least one year of experience as a PTA in an acute care setting.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance in the applicant’s name as a driver.
Ability to meet all physical demands of the position.
Compassionate communication and a positive attitude.
Patience when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
Attention to detail, observational skills, and ability to follow directions.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled home-based physical therapy as ordered by the attending physician and in accordance with the Physical Therapist’s plan and goals.
Observe and monitor patients and notify the Physical Therapist of changes in their condition.
Treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical methods such as exercise, massage, heat, and water.
Assess functional problems and provide interventions, working with the Physical Therapist toward improved patient functional status.
Educate and counsel patients and families about disease or injury management throughout the phases of physical therapy.
Instruct patients and family members in the proper use of wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Promote patient safety and educate patients and family members.
Complete accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare and federal guidelines.
Follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, and communicate schedule or availability changes to schedulers or supervisors.
Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.
Participate in the on-call rotation for two weekend days per month, one summer holiday, and one winter holiday each year.