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Insight lists this Physical Therapy Assistant - Comprehensive Therapy opportunity in grand blanc, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapy Assistant - Comprehensive Therapy
Insight Institute of Neuroscience & Neurosurgery (IINN) aims to advance, challenge, and revolutionize neurosciences and medicine through scientific research and advanced technology, driven by a passion to help others regardless of any obstacles and challenges that may lie ahead. Our integrated team of medical professionals does so through creative, innovative techniques and care principles developed because of our continuous pursuit to improve the field of medicine. Our integrated team works together to find solutions to both common and complex medical concerns to ensure more powerful, reliable results. Having multiple specialties "under one roof" Insight achieves its purpose in providing a comprehensive, collaborative approach to neuromusculoskeletal care and rehabilitation to ensure optimal results. Our singular focus is Patient Care Second to None!
Job Summary:
Insight Comprehensive Therapy is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to assist our mission in providing patient care second to none! The Physical Therapy Assistant must have the ability to work in a very fast paced environment while providing excellent customer service, patience, empathy, and patient care at all times. Our ideal Physical Therapy Assistant candidate will exhibit a team player mentality and are committed to running a smooth, professional and efficient schedule for physicians and team members, which will allow for an enjoyable environment and experience for our patients to thrive. The Physical Therapy Assistant is a key professional to our processes, therefore candidates who demonstrate superior communication and professionalism abilities and relatability to our patients and colleagues is desired.
Benefits for our Full Time Team Members:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
401K with Matching; offerings vested fully @ 3 months of employment paired with eligibility to contribute
Short & Long Disability, and Life Term insurance, complementary of Full Time Employment
Additional Supplementary coverages offered @ employee's elections: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, AD&D, etc.
Duties:
Instructs, motivates, safeguards, and assists patients as they practice exercises or functional activities
Confers with physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing staff, etc., to discuss patient information in regard to planning, modifying, and/or coordinating treatment
Transports patients to and from treatment areas; lifts and transfers patients according to positioning requirements
Safely secures patients into or onto therapy equipment
Administers active or passive manual therapeutic interventions that include: heat, ultrasound, electrical modality treatments, and mechanical traction
Communicates with and/or instructs caregivers/family members on patient therapeutic activities or treatment plans to maximize patient care
Measures patients' range-of-motion, body parts, or vital signs to determine effects of treatment
Monitors and records the operation and use of equipment, and administration of treatment
Ability to get into the pool with patients that require aquatic therapy
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Demonstrates eligibility to work for any employer in the U.S.
High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent required, Associate's or Bachelors Degree preferred
Current State of Michigan PTA license required
Current CPR certification
Proven excellence in patient safety and care
Previous experience is preferred within a clinic environment
Previous experience working through procedures and assisting clients in a highly professional and approachable capacity
Demonstrated excellent skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
Able to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment while maintaining positive energy
Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement
Able to work compassionately with patients and coworkers to exhibit patient care second to none
Demonstrates enthusiasm and drive
Exudes respect and flexibility to impact the workplace in a positive manner
Detailed oriented, conscientious and committed to precision in work results
Ability to perform to a high level of accuracy
Friendly, empathetic & respectful
Reliable in work results, timeliness & attendance
Ability to relate to and work effectively with a wonderfully diverse populace
Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!
Compensation details: 25-30 Hourly Wage
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Worksite address
grand blanc, MI, 48480, US
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