Physical Therapist Assistant (FT, 30 hours)

Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Department: Rehab Services

Status: Fulltime- 30 hours per week

Hours: Hours may be adjusted in response to workload demands. Low census may be utilized in accordance with hospital policy.

Job summary:

The Physical Therapist Assistant works under the supervision and direction of the Physical Therapist to carry out treatment plans. Responsibilities include administering active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait and functional training, and therapeutic modalities. The assistant ensures the treatment plan is followed as designed by the Physical Therapist.

Qualifications/Position Requirements:

1. Graduate of an APTA accredited Physical Therapy Program/Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
2. Licensed physical therapist in the state of Michigan.
3. BLS Certification required within 3 months of hire and recertification as required.
4. Ability to establish effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, patients, families, physicians, and all other support hospital & external personnel
5. Supports and contributes to the total hospital system by maintaining a hospital-wide perspective and serving on department/hospital committees.
6. Ability to influence the direction of Physical Therapy Services by maintaining a positive perspective/attitude.
7. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful situation while maintaining composure and excellence in the delivery of PT services
8. Ability to promote and adapt to change in order to keep current with Physical Therapy care duties.
9. Ability to apply the principles of quality physical therapy care and prepare patient programs.
10. Evidence of a sense of responsibility, initiative, honesty, and a positive attitude.
11. Knowledge of various equipment, including whirlpools, traction equipment, parallel bars, weights, etc.
12. Ability to delegate appropriate tasks to support staff.

Send Resume/Application to: Tonya Loding, HR Generalist

Date posting Effective: July 16, 2025

Internal Applicants due: two days from posting date.

External Applicants due: seven days from posting date

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Submit by Email: ckrampits@mckenziehealth.org

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