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Corewell Health

Physical Therapist Assistant

Corewell Health, Novi, Michigan, United States, 48377

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Physical Therapist Assistant

Corewell Health Farmington Hills opened on Jan. 19, 1965 as a 200-bed facility known then as Botsford General Hospital. Today, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital is a 305-bed teaching facility with Level II trauma status. Assists physical therapist in treatment of patients by implementing an established treatment plan, progressing patient through the therapeutic plan, communicating with internal and external contacts regarding treatment, and documenting treatments, all under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Under the supervision of a PT, implements treatment and discharge plans. Collaborates with the PT in determining treatment methods and media, assists with re-evaluating and updating treatment plans. Instructs and trains family or significant others. Meets productivity. Documents patient treatment according to all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and professional standards of documentation. Submits charges for services provided. Maintains verbal, electronic and written communication with treatment team, including supervising PT for purposes of goal setting, active problem-solving, treatment and discharge planning. Communicates observations of patient's conditions and reactions to treatment. Participates in non-patient care activities including educational events, community outreach, marketing, cost containment, student supervision, staff orientation, program development, CQI. Education / Training: Requires an Associate's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program Work Experience: None Certification, Licensure, Registration: Michigan licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required. BLS Certification required Primary Location: SITE - Farmington Hills Hospital- 28050 Grand River Ave - Farmington Hills Department Name: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Farmington Hills Employment Type: Full time Shift: Variable (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 Hours of Work: Variable Days Worked: Variable Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends