About the role
Job Opportunity Job ID: 54529 Complimentary Medbridge Subscription & Free CEU Courses Description: Positions Location: Ionia, MI
Job Description General Purpose of Job :
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.
Essential Duties This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Team members may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- 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.
Job Requirements General Requirements Licensed in the State of MI as a PTA Current BLS certification
Work Experience Minimum of two years experience in a clinic setting. Previous Sports Medicine experience preferred
Education Completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills 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 Manual PT skills preferred
Sign On Bonus Available!
UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of charge—ensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and market leading wages.
UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Requirements Job Family Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health Requirements: Shift Days
Degree Type / Education Level Associate
Status Full-time
Facility Sparrow Ionia Hospital
Experience Level New Grad
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