Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant Comprehensive Physical Therapy center - 4.0 Hamtramck, MI Job Details Part-time | Full-time $24 - $29 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Record keeping Anatomy knowledge Skilled nursing facility experience Inpatient Outpatient clinic experience Working with geriatric patients Mid-level Outpatient Patient safety Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Care plan development Therapeutic exercise techniques Discharge planning Patient progress monitoring Patient interaction Home health Progress documentation Orthopedics Managing patient records Medical terminology Trigger point therapy Communication skills Geriatrics Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Health education and counseling Patient observation Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care across diverse settings. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will assist licensed physical therapists in implementing treatment plans designed to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life for patients of all ages. Your expertise will help foster recovery and independence through compassionate support and skilled therapy interventions. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives. Duties Collaborate with licensed physical therapists to develop and execute individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs. Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques such as trigger point therapy, and mobility activities to promote recovery. Monitor patient progress, document responses to treatments, and communicate updates to the supervising therapist. Provide patient education on physiotherapy techniques, injury prevention, and home exercise programs to support ongoing recovery. Support discharge planning by preparing patients for transitions from inpatient or outpatient settings to home or other care facilities. Maintain accurate records of treatments administered, patient responses, and clinical observations in compliance with healthcare regulations. Ensure a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards during all therapy sessions. Skills Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology relevant to physiotherapy practices. Proficiency in delivering various therapeutic techniques including trigger point therapy and other manual therapies. Experience working with diverse populations such as geriatrics, pediatrics, orthopedics, and patients in inpatient, outpatient, home health, or skilled nursing facility settings. Ability to develop and follow detailed care plans aligned with patient goals and clinical best practices. Excellent communication skills for educating patients and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. Familiarity with discharge planning processes and documentation requirements for acute care environments. Prior clinic experience in orthopedics, geriatrics, pediatrics or similar specialties is highly desirable. Embark on a fulfilling career path where your skills directly impact patient recovery journeys! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities while fostering a lively team environment dedicated to excellence in healthcare delivery.

Pay:

$24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person