Physical Therapy Assistant

Hope Network Neuro Rehabilitation

East Lansing, MI, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant

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Each year at Hope Network, 2,800+ talented professionals serve individuals across 280 unique locations. Some serve by providing hands-on care or medical treatment, others serve by assisting behind the scenes, but they all play an integral part in creating comebacks. Click here to watch what we mean.

Here are just some of the ways Hope Network invests in you for all that you do:

Competitive starting salary
Medical, Vision, & Dental Care
403(b) Retirement Plan
Educational Reimbursement
Career-Pathing
Paid Training
Employee Referral Bonus
Generous Paid Time Off

With your help, we can take on the challenges, the barriers, the statistics, and the seemingly impossible.

Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services to individuals in Hope Network Neuro Rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This role supports treatment plans designed to improve mobility, joint range of motion, wheelchair positioning, and overall functional independence. The PTA works directly with patients, provides education to patients and caregivers, and monitors patient progress and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver physical therapy treatments based on plans developed by a licensed Physical Therapist
Assist with functional mobility training, joint range of motion, wheelchair positioning, orthotic support, and assistive equipment training
Monitor patient progress and communicate concerns related to safety or environmental barriers
Document treatment notes in the EMR in a timely manner
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team on care coordination and discharge planning
Educate patients, families, and staff on therapy techniques and equipment use
Participate in team meetings and support training of PTA students after one year of employment

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Active or eligible Michigan PTA licensure and valid NPI number
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Ability to maintain CEUs for licensure

Preferred Experience

Experience working with adults with neurological disabilities or traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Experience using EMR systems for documentation

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