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Physical Therapist Assistant

Corewell Health

#Rehabilitation #BLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #Physical Therapy #AHA #Home Care #Physical Therapist Assistant #American Red Cross

Quick overview

Provides rehabilitation therapy procedures and patient education under the supervision of a physical therapist to restore maximal function. Responsibilities include documenting treatments, modifying goals based on patient needs, and training other medical personnel.

Requirements summary

Requires an Associate's Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program and a State of Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant license. BLS certification and a valid Michigan Driver's License are also required.

associate degreeProcess ImprovementPatient AssessmentPatient CareStaff TrainingPatient EducationTreatment PlanningMedical DocumentationRehabilitation Therapy

Job description

Job Summary Provides rehabilitation therapy procedures to patients under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist.
Assists with patients/caregiver education.
Essential Functions Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function to the patient.
Assesses effectiveness of treatment and modifies goals / treatment methods, as needed to meet changing needs.
Documents treatment of each patient in compliance with department standards, medical-legal and reimbursement procedures.
Instructs and trains other rehabilitation staff, nursing, other medical personnel and students regarding patient needs and rehabilitation services.
Participates in ongoing process improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, program development and marketing activities.
Improves skill areas as demonstrated by applying continuing education in-services, participating in competencies in applicable areas, and developing new concepts of patient care and additional skills with various population groups.
Demonstrates productivity as indicated by department standard.
Qualifications Required Required Associate's Degree accredited physical therapy assistant program LIC-Physical Therapist Assistant - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Home Care Business Lines Upon Hire Required About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities.
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Lakeland Hospital Niles - 31 N St Joseph Ave - Niles Department Name Rehab PT - Home Care South Employment Type Full time Shift Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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