Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
PainPoint Health
- Pay
- $54K to $59K
- a year
- Location
- Sterling Heights, MI
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 9
- 10 days ago
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About the company
PainPoint Health
Spinal Recovery and Joint Center helps patients get back to the activities they love through orthopedic outpatient physical therapy and advanced, non-surgical spinal and joint care. Our team of chiropractors, therapists, and wellness professionals combines innovative technology with personalized treatment to help patients achieve lasting results.
What you'll do
- Guide, instruct, and motivate patients through prescribed exercises and functional activities.
- Provide therapeutic exercises, manual treatments, massage, and appropriate physical therapy modalities.
- Monitor patients during treatment and communicate progress and concerns to the Physical Therapist.
- Measure range of motion, vital signs, and other treatment-related indicators.
- Assist patients with transfers, positioning, and use of therapy equipment.
- Fit and instruct patients on supportive devices such as braces and crutches.
- Maintain accurate documentation of treatments and patient progress.
- Communicate with patients, caregivers, and members of the healthcare team.
- Follow established treatment plans and applicable standards of care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you need
- Associate’s degree or certification from an accredited physical therapy program with appropriate coursework and clinical experience.
- At least 1 year of experience as a physical therapy aide.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organization and attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software.
- Ability to remain calm and effective in emergency or challenging situations.
- Education: an associate degree
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Perks
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Time
- Company-Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Discount Program
- Health Management Tools
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