What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant - Relief - Acute Rehab Unit position at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System?
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Highlights:
The physical therapist assistant assumes the responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by the plan of care established by a physical therapist and in accordance with the State of Michigan Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978, in addition to established facility and departmental policies and procedures. The physical therapist assistant works cooperatively with the patient’s team personnel in maintaining standards of professional practice and interdisciplinary teamwork to maintaining the highest degree of quality care.
What the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will need:
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Highlights:
- Become part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes rehab nurses, RN case managers, social workers, nursing assistants, and rehab providers, in addition to the therapy department!
- Opportunities to treat a wide variety of diagnoses including: Neuro, TBI, ortho and trauma, and many more!
- Acute Rehab Unit is based in the newly renovated Trinity Health Muskegon hospital that includes 24 private patient rooms, a state of the art therapy gym, and completely functional simulated home space!
The physical therapist assistant assumes the responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by the plan of care established by a physical therapist and in accordance with the State of Michigan Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978, in addition to established facility and departmental policies and procedures. The physical therapist assistant works cooperatively with the patient’s team personnel in maintaining standards of professional practice and interdisciplinary teamwork to maintaining the highest degree of quality care.
What the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will need:
- Must be a graduate from a physical therapist assistant training program accredited by American Physical Therapy Association.
- Required: Associate’s Degree.
- State of Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant License or eligible to obtain licensure prior to hire date
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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