PHYSICAL THERAPY AST

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PHYSICAL THERAPY AST

6/15/26Sparrow Hospital

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Job ID: 54652

Complimentary Medbridge Subscription & Free CEU Courses

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Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provide physical therapy treatment in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain and maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provide prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients under the supervision of the physical therapist: areas of treatment include range of motion, strength, tone, posture, gait, orthotic or prosthetic fit, sensorimotor function, massage, joint mobilization, exercises etc.
• Employ principles of teaching and learning to educate patients and their families in the knowledge and skills that promote progress in their treatment plan.
• Document all care given, and the patient response in the patient''s electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in planning, implementing, and assessing patient's care, rehabilitation programs, and related rehabilitation activities.
• Maintain professional standards by participating in inservices and hospital / department requirements.
• Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care to Rehab aide and therapy assistant students.
• Act as a resource to other disciplines in proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, early mobility, and transfer techniques.
• Maximize customer satisfaction by treating customers with respect and responding to their needs in a prompt, friendly and courteous manner.

Job Requirements

Education • State of Michigan PTA licensure. • Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program. Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Efective written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations. BLS Certification (within 6 months of hire).

UMH-Sparrow therapists enjoy strong professional development support, including a complimentary Medbridge subscription that provides access to a wide range of continuing education courses. Management is committed to fostering ongoing learning, and UM Health Sparrow hosts multiple courses each year free of charge-ensuring our team has continual opportunities to grow and stay at the forefront of clinical excellence. Also, offer 1:1 treatment model and marketleading wages.

UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements:

Shift

• Days

Days Degree Type / Education Level

• Associate

Associate Status

• Part-time Benefit Eligible

Part-time Benefit Eligible Facility

• Sparrow Hospital

Sparrow Hospital Experience Level

• New Grad

New Grad

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