Physical Therapy Assistant - Comprehensive Therapy

Physical Therapy Assistant - Comprehensive Therapy Insight Institute of Neuroscience offerings vested fully @ 3 months of employment paired with eligibility to contribute Short 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