What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) position at trinityhealth?
Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Relief Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient Rehab Facility - Muskegon Hours | Schedule: 0 Hours per week, Relief Variable Days & Evenings Variable Shift times Highlights and Benefits: Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods. Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country Tuition Reimbursement Position Purpose: The physical therapist assistant will work with the evaluating physical therapist to administer a medically prescribed physical therapy program for their assigned patients/clients. They will provide care under the supervision of the physical therapist responsible for a specific patient's/client's care. What the Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) Will Do: Providing treatment and services within their license's scope, and as required by law and regulation. Accountable for the implementation of a written treatment plan and administers treatment for each patient according to the stated goals. Helps train patients and the patient's family in the use of medical equipment and make recommendations for appropriate equipment as necessary. Participates in planning for patient discharge by considering and communicating with patients, families, and community. Continuously assesses patient's status and effects of treatment when warranted. Reviews goals with patient and family as appropriate during plan of care. Minimum Qualifications: Must be a graduate from a physical therapist assistant training program accredited by American Physical Therapy Association. Required: Associate degree State of Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant License or eligible to obtain licensure prior to hire date. American Heart Association BLS or equivalent Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.