Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy
- Location
- Roseville, MI
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Nov 4
- 1 day ago
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About the company
MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy
Hospital & health care · 201 to 500 employees
For over 20 years, MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy has been a leader in providing integrated pediatric therapy services throughout Southeast Michigan. Our mission is to deliver evidence-based, intensive, multidisciplinary, and collaborative pediatric therapy that empowers children and their families to achieve their fullest potential. Our neighborhood therapy centers make it easy for families to access a comprehensive approach to therapy, offering Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Feeding/Swallowing Therapy in one center. Through play, acceptance, and joy, we embrace the complexities of each child, striving to create functional outcomes that enhance their quality of life.
What you'll do
- Support children in reaching developmental milestones and improving mobility through hands-on therapy sessions
- Collaborate closely with licensed physical therapists to deliver individualized treatment plans
- Facilitate therapeutic exercises and play-based activities
- Promote family involvement by educating caregivers on at-home therapeutic techniques and progress strategies
- Track and communicate patient progress
- Adapt equipment and toys to maximize child engagement and independence
- Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized therapy space
What you need
- Completion of a two-year Physical Therapy Assistant associate degree program
- Physical Therapy Assistant licensure from the state of Michigan
- Kneeling, bending and playing at ground level
- Lifting up to 50+ lbs may be required
- Ability to respond to behaviors such as elopement or aggressive actions
- Working with active children in dynamic settings
- Potential exposure to bodily fluids
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Perks
- 401(k) with 4% match
- Medical
- dental
- vision benefits
- Long-term disability insurance
- 3 weeks PTO
- 11 paid holidays
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