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Positions Location: Lansing, MI
General Purpose of Job:
Provide physical therapy treatment in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain and maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates 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.
- Provide prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients under the supervision of the physical therapist: areas of treatment include range of motion, strength, tone, posture, gait, orthotic or prosthetic fit, sensorimotor function, massage, joint mobilization, exercises etc.
- Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote functional restoration of mobility.
- Document all care given, and the patient response in the patient's medical record.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.
- Maintain professional standards by participating in inservices and hospital / department requirements.
- Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to PCT, and physical therapy assistant students.
- Act as a resource to other disciplines in proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, early mobility, and transfer techniques.
| General Requirements |
• State of Michigan PTA licensure. • Effective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations. • BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire). |
| Work Experience |
• Preferred- Experience in Acute Care Rehabilitation Setting. |
| Education |
• Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills |
• Efective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations. • BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire). |
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.
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