Jobs
>
Saint Joseph

    Physical Therapy Assistant - Saint Joseph, United States - Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Pace of Southwest Michigan
    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    3 weeks ago

    Default job background
    Description

    Job Description

    Job DescriptionDescription:

    PACE of Southwest Michigan is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to add to our growing TEAM

    PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique healthcare solution for seniors who struggle with health issues that may jeopardize their independence. PACE is a wonderful alternative to nursing home care which enables participants to live safely at home.

    The Physical Therapy Assistant works under the guidance of the Therapy Supervisor to ensure compliance with Medicare and Medicaid rules and regulations with regards to health plan management reporting for PACE of Southwest Michigan. The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for providing treatment procedures as directed by the Physical Therapist.

    PACE's Business Hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

    Key Responsibilities:

    · Assists in performing treatment as developed and directed by the Physical Therapist (PT)

    · Conducts nursing home and home site visits as needed/directed by the PT

    · Maintains and completes documentation, department records and reports

    · Operates and maintains equipment in a safe and orderly manner

    · Uses appropriate safety measures when providing care and perform other job duties

    · Delivers training to caregivers, family members and friends for the applicable area of treatment plan, under the direction of the PT

    · Completes home visits when directed

    · Assist the PT in reviewing restorative care plans

    · Abides by all established PACE of Southwest Michigan policies, rules, and regulations

    · All other duties as assigned

    PM20

    Requirements:

    Specifications

    Education: Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
    Experience: One (1) year of experience in a clinical setting

    Number/Type of Employees Supervised: None

    Licensure, Registry, or Certification Required: Active and unencumbered Physical Therapy Assistant certification to practice in the state of Michigan; CPR certification. To improve efficiency and reduce fraud and abuse, a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is required.

    Special Training: Only acts within scope of practice. Meet a standardized set of orientation and/or individual competencies for the specific position description established by PACE of Southwest Michigan, and approved by CMS before working independently.

    Immunizations: Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.

    Specific Requirements and Considerations: May be subject to exposure and handling of infectious waste, diseases, conditions, or hazardous chemicals, etc., including potential exposure to TB, AIDS, and/or Hepatitis B.

    Ages of Patients Rendered Care: Adult, Geriatric

    Skills and Knowledge

    · High level of autonomy is required while reporting to the Center Manager

    · Excellent attention to details

    · Excellent organizational skills

    · Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    · Ability to work a flexible work schedule

    · Able to work within the IDT setting

    · Knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of frail older adults

    · Effective skills in physical assessment and chronic disease management for frail older adults

    · Exceptional interpersonal skills

    · Able to utilize computer skills in the workplace

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to travel in all kinds of weather.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently move up to 50 pounds and perform physical demands expected while providing medical care for an elderly population. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to focus.

    Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.However, this in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

    Please be aware that we require employees to pass a background check and drug screen. PACE of SWMI is a non-smoking facility.

    PI7c

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Physical Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:PACE of Southwest Michigan is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to add to our growing TEAM · PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique healthcare solution for seniors who struggle with health issu ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Physical Therapy Assistant

    1 day ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan saint joseph, United States

    :PACE of Southwest Michigan is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to add to our growing TEAM · PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique healthcare solution for seniors who struggle with health issues that may jeopardize their independence. P ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Physical Therapy Assistant

    16 hours ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:PACE of Southwest Michigan is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to add to our growing TEAM · PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique healthcare solution for seniors who struggle with health issu ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Physical Therapy Assistant

    1 day ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    :PACE of Southwest Michigan is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to add to our growing TEAM · PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique healthcare solution for seniors who struggle with health issues that may jeopardize their independence. P ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Physical Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    :PACE of Southwest Michigan is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to add to our growing TEAM · PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique healthcare solution for seniors who struggle with health issues that may jeopardize their independence. P ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    1 day ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan saint joseph, United States

    :Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the primary care, therapy ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    16 hours ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    :Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the primary care, therapy ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    7 hours ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States

    :Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the primary care, therapy ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States Part time

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and othe ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States Part time

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and othe ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    1 day ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, MI, US, United States Part time

    :Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the primary ca ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    16 hours ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States Part time

    Job Description · Job DescriptionDescription:Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and othe ...

  • Corewell Health

    physical therapy assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Corewell Health Stevensville, MI, United States

    Job Summary · Provides rehabilitation therapy procedures to patients under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. Assists with patients/caregiver education. · Essential Functions · * Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    1 day ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States Part time

    :Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the primary ca ...

  • Pace of Southwest Michigan

    Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Pace of Southwest Michigan Saint Joseph, United States Part time

    :Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The part-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the primary ca ...

  • PACE of Southwest Michigan

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    PACE of Southwest Michigan Stevensville, United States Full time

    : Status: Non-Exempt · Type of Position: Full Time · Salary Range: TBD · Reports To: Therapy Services Supervisor · Job Summary · The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs participant care activities and other tasks as assigned to assist the primary care, t ...

  • Corewell Health

    physical therapy assistant prn

    3 weeks ago

    Corewell Health Stevensville, MI, United States

    Job Summary · Provides rehabilitation therapy procedures to patients under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. Assists with patients/caregiver education. · Essential Functions · * Provides a treatment program and education to restore and return maximal function ...