Physical Therapist Assistant

6 days ago

Detroit, United States PACE Southeast Michigan Full time
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Under supervision of a licensed physical therapist and the rehabilitation supervisor, implements medically prescribed physical therapy programs (i.e. modalities, exercise, teaching, etc.) directed toward relieving pain and/or restoring or maintaining physical function.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

  • Works in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to coordinate rehabilitation services for PACE Southeast Michigan (PACE SEMI) participants. Assists in coordination of 24-hour care needs.
  • Provides treatments and advances plan of care; coordinates discharge or level-of-care planning, collaborating with other health care providers.
  • Documents all care given to participants in accordance with departmental and professional standards using the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other tools as indicated in a timely fashion.
  • Actively participates in professional associations, educational programs, clinical development, and in-service education.
  • May delegate, direct, and/or supervise the activities of support staff (Rehab Technicians, Participant Care Technicians) providing necessary communication and guidance.
  • Assist Therapists with initial and periodic assessments including in-home and facility based as needed, prior to care conferences.
  • Communicate any participant changes to team members and document accordingly.
  • Assist with management of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) within scope of practice area.
  • Performs other related duties as determined by Rehabilitation Manager or other Leaders which may include components of program development, quality assurance, or other areas/projects.
  • Maintains appropriate clinical productivity standards.
  • Maintains an awareness of participant safety issues within the facility and in use of equipment, making recommendations as needed for improvement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Associates degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from a school accredited by the APTA
  • Current state of MI license
  • One year (1) minimum experience with a frail or elderly population
  • Physical ability to constantly exercise, lift patients, push wheelchairs, and move equipment
CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
  • Current CPR for Healthcare Providers
WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Office environment
  • Occasional risk of exposure to communicable diseases
  • Participant home/medical setting visits including hospitals as needed

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