SIH-PHYSICAL THERAPY ASST - Sign On Bonus Available!

Sparrow•Ionia, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide appropriate patient treatment consistent with the physician orders, treatment plan and direction of the Physical Therapist in a safe manner consistent with policies and procedures of Hospital system and Department. Provide instruction to support staff to efficiently carry out the treatment plan for patient treatment.

Requirements

Licensed in the State of MI as a PTA
Current BLS certification
Minimum of two years experience in a clinic setting.
Completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
Interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians, nurses and other healthcare associates.
Demonstrate excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
Willingness to be trained in specialty areas as indicated by needs of the clinic to meet patient needs

Nice To Haves

Previous Sports Medicine experience preferred
Manual PT skills preferred

Responsibilities

Provides patient treatment consistent with physician orders and treatment plan of the Physical Therapist.
Provide patient and/or caregiver education about the progress of their treatment and address concerns with Physical Therapist, patient, and their caregiver as appropriate. Instructs patients and/or family members in home programs.
Perform treatment according to the established plan, utilizing all available modalities, equipment and techniques within the scope of physical therapy.
Performs medical record documentation according to established criteria.
Assesses progress of patient and discusses any concerns with Physical Therapist.
Communicate with other health care professionals verbally and in writing.
Delegate to Athletic Trainers (ATC's), Rehab Aides, Support staff, and students/interns.
Cooperate with support staff and other health system departments in order to maximize the efficiency of non-clinical services such as the registering, scheduling, and billing of our patients.
Participate in in services, staff meetings, team meetings, continuing education courses, and other meetings as needed.
Follow Sparrow Hospital and Department specific policies, procedures, and compliance guidelines to ensure patient safety including, but not limited to: Infection Prevention, Privacy, and environmental safety.
Supports and serves as a role model reflecting the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Hospital system
Participates in coverage of Sparrow Ionia Hospital inpatient care for weekend/ holiday coverage and intermittent weekday coverage as needed.
Provide Cross-Coverage to other Community Hospitals as needed.
Willingness to be trained in specialty areas as indicated by needs of the clinic to meet patient needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.