Bronson Healthcare
Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Care, PRN, Bronson At Home, PRN
Bronson Healthcare, Bronson, Illinois, United States
Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Care, PRN – Bronson At Home
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Location BAH Bronson at Home
Title Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Care, PRN, Bronson At Home, PRN
Shift First Shift
Time Type Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours 10
Cost Center 7320 Home Care PT (BAH)
Overview Under the direction and guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides treatment to patients suffering from injuries, muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases, aiming to improve or restore function, increase strength, relieve pain, and enhance functional independence. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
Qualifications
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant Program required.
Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing in the state of Michigan.
BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
Current driver's license in the state of Michigan; availability of a vehicle for daily business use and proof of insurance required for Bronson at Home.
Experience
Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred.
Skills & Abilities
Basic word processing and typing skills to operate a PC/mobile device.
Teamwork and effective communication with patients, visitors, and all members of the care delivery team.
Social sensitivity and effective communication skills.
Ability to deal with delicate patient care matters and maintain high levels of interpersonal skills.
Physical & Mental Demands Work includes frequent and significant deadlines, mental/visual fatigue, and use of personal computers up to 40% of the time. The role involves standing, walking, lifting light‑weight objects (≤20 lbs), and assisting with heavier tasks such as moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions may be required.
Responsibilities Clinical Duties
Follow the plan of care and goals established by the Physical Therapist.
Family and community education.
Provision of direct patient care, including performing physical, electrical, mechanical, and heat treatments as per the treatment plan.
Conduct individual and/or group Physical Therapy activities; facilitate and instruct patients in the necessary skills.
Participate in interdisciplinary team discussions or hospital rounds.
Develop programs and serve as a resource person in areas of expertise.
Participate in student programs and rotations.
Provide in‑services in areas of expertise for the Bronson Rehabilitation System.
Administrative Duties
Document in the electronic health record per compliance timelines.
Communicate to leadership limitations that prevent timely documentation.
Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records for each person served.
Serve on committees and task forces.
Participate in process improvement.
Demonstrate strong time‑management skills.
Supervise Rehab Clinical Assistants, PTA students, and volunteers.
Competency Maintenance Maintain and upgrade competencies based on the population served, the type and nature of care provided, and advances in healthcare sciences and technology.
Vehicle Requirements For Bronson at Home positions, driving one's own vehicle on a regularly scheduled basis to perform business on behalf of Bronson is required. Successful MVR check prior to start date and proof of valid auto insurance are mandatory. Auto insurance renewals must be submitted before coverage expires and updated if a different vehicle is used.
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Location BAH Bronson at Home
Title Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Care, PRN, Bronson At Home, PRN
Shift First Shift
Time Type Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours 10
Cost Center 7320 Home Care PT (BAH)
Overview Under the direction and guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides treatment to patients suffering from injuries, muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases, aiming to improve or restore function, increase strength, relieve pain, and enhance functional independence. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
Qualifications
Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant Program required.
Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing in the state of Michigan.
BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
Current driver's license in the state of Michigan; availability of a vehicle for daily business use and proof of insurance required for Bronson at Home.
Experience
Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred.
Skills & Abilities
Basic word processing and typing skills to operate a PC/mobile device.
Teamwork and effective communication with patients, visitors, and all members of the care delivery team.
Social sensitivity and effective communication skills.
Ability to deal with delicate patient care matters and maintain high levels of interpersonal skills.
Physical & Mental Demands Work includes frequent and significant deadlines, mental/visual fatigue, and use of personal computers up to 40% of the time. The role involves standing, walking, lifting light‑weight objects (≤20 lbs), and assisting with heavier tasks such as moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions may be required.
Responsibilities Clinical Duties
Follow the plan of care and goals established by the Physical Therapist.
Family and community education.
Provision of direct patient care, including performing physical, electrical, mechanical, and heat treatments as per the treatment plan.
Conduct individual and/or group Physical Therapy activities; facilitate and instruct patients in the necessary skills.
Participate in interdisciplinary team discussions or hospital rounds.
Develop programs and serve as a resource person in areas of expertise.
Participate in student programs and rotations.
Provide in‑services in areas of expertise for the Bronson Rehabilitation System.
Administrative Duties
Document in the electronic health record per compliance timelines.
Communicate to leadership limitations that prevent timely documentation.
Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records for each person served.
Serve on committees and task forces.
Participate in process improvement.
Demonstrate strong time‑management skills.
Supervise Rehab Clinical Assistants, PTA students, and volunteers.
Competency Maintenance Maintain and upgrade competencies based on the population served, the type and nature of care provided, and advances in healthcare sciences and technology.
Vehicle Requirements For Bronson at Home positions, driving one's own vehicle on a regularly scheduled basis to perform business on behalf of Bronson is required. Successful MVR check prior to start date and proof of valid auto insurance are mandatory. Auto insurance renewals must be submitted before coverage expires and updated if a different vehicle is used.
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