PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

at ResCare in East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Job Description

Requisition: 2024-145892

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Job Locations

US-MI-EAST LANSING

ID 
2024-145892  

Line of Business 
Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation  

Position Type 
Full-Time
Our Company

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation
Overview

Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations. If you're motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient's Plan of Treatment
Confers with Physical Therapist regularly regarding patient's plan of treatment, status of progress toward goals, questions and concerns
Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment, treatment and department areas
Reports any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel to ensure that it is maintained in good working order
Communicates patient's needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function. Incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehabilitation program
Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations
Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws
Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

Qualifications

Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state in which practicing
Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance state regulations
A minimum of one year's work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred
Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury
Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail

About our Line of Business

Rehab Without Walls is a revolutionary neuro rehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people - who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury or stroke/CVA through accident or illness - regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information visitwww.rehabwithoutwalls.com. Follow us onFacebookandLinkedIn.

Res-Care, Inc., dba BrightSpring Health Services (“ResCare”), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ResCare does not discriminate against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment, or on the basis of gender in its health programs and activities.