ST2022
Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunity- Temporary
Want to join our incredible therapy team? We have a rare opening for a Physical Therapist Assistant, temporary status, at our neuro rehabilitation center in Romulus, Michigan. State-of-the-art clinic with ZeroG gait and balance system, e-stim bike, in-house aquatic therapy pool, and more.
Special Tree is one of the nation’s leading rehabilitation providers for post-and subacute care and recovery from brain injury, spinal cord injury, and neurological issues. Our specialty rehabilitation center, situated on a serene 23-acre campus in Romulus, Michigan, provides patients with extraordinary opportunities for healing and recovery through outcomes-based rehabilitation, advanced care, and some of the latest technology available for therapy and treatment. Celebrating 50 years, Special Tree is a pioneer in neuro-rehabilitation, the first of its kind in Michigan.
The Role:
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), as a member of an interdisciplinary care team, assists with appropriate therapeutic intervention under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to maximize the client’s physical functioning.
Work Schedule:
- Per Diem
- Monday to Friday
- 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Responsibilities:
- Provides fabulous every day care, every day to clients and other customers.
- Implements portions of a client’s Physical Therapy program including modalities, gait training, therapeutic exercise and transfer training after the treatment program is established by the Physical Therapist.
- Modifies treatment programs as needed and progresses clients as tolerated based on observation and in consultation with the Physical Therapist.
- Assists the Physical Therapist directly in administering tests and assessment procedures.
- Observes and documents the client’s responses to treatment.
- Provides client, family, and staff education and training as needed and documents appropriately.
Qualifications:
- An Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy is required.
- Valid Michigan driver’s license.
- Demonstrates good moral character.
- CPR certified.
- Prefer 1 year experience with variety of clients.
- Must be of good moral character.
- Knowledge of Physical Therapy treatments and assistive techniques.
Benefits/Perks:
- Outstanding health and retirement benefits
- Generous paid time off plan
Pay: (Compensation is a commensurate with experience and education)
