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Sparrow Health System
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$55,957 / year median in Michigan
+18% projected growth
Job Description
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASST
Sparrow Health System United States, Michigan, Grand Ledge Aug 13, 2026Job Opportunity Job ID:
54915Positions Location:
Grand Ledge, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:
Description:
Positions Location:
Grand Ledge, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:
Under the supervision of a staff physical therapist, provide physical therapy interventions in order to maximize the value, potential, and satisfaction of our customers.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 interventions under the supervision of a staff physical therapist. Communicate the treatment plan, treatment goals, and progress toward goals to the patient and/or caregiver. Instruct patients and/or caregivers in home programs. Perform medical record documentation according to the established criteria Communicate with other health care professionals, including patient referral sources, both verbally and in writing, according to the established criteria. Utilize Rehab Support staff according to established criteria. Supervise the activities of students and volunteers. Cooperate with support staff and other health system departments in order to maximize the efficiency of non-clinical services such as the registering, scheduling, and billing of our patients. Seek ways to continually improve the value of our services and maximize our customers' potential by actively participating in activities such as inservices, staff meetings, team meetings, continuing education courses, and patient conferences. Maximize customer satisfaction by treating our customers with respect and responding to their needs in a prompt, friendly, and courteous manner. Job Requirements General Requirements- State of Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant license.
- BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire). Work Experience
- Preferred- Minimum of 1 year of outpatient experience. Education
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. Specialized Knowledge and Skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations.
- Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients serviced in her/his assigned service area as related to the principle duties and responsibilities of the position.