Hiring Physical Therapist Assistant in Alpena, MI with $37/hour

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking Physical Therapist Assistant for a permanent placement position. Accepting local and relocation candidates.

Position Details

• Position Name: Physical Therapist Assistant
• Location: Michigan
• Specialty: Physical Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay Rate: $37.00+/hour (Based on experience)
• Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 with 2-year commitment
• Placement Fee: 25%
• Practice Setting: Primarily Outpatient with occasional Acute Care coverage

Position Requirements

• Physical Therapist (PT) License – Required
• Bachelor’s Degree – Required
• BLS Certification – Highly Preferred (within 1 month of hire or transfer)
• Experience preferred, but open to qualified candidates who meet education and licensure requirements
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to demonstrate and teach selected treatment techniques to professional and non-professional individuals
• Successful completion of orientation and competency requirements
• Must comply with OSHA standards and infection control requirements

Education, License and Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree – Required
• Physical Therapist License – Required
• BLS Certification – Highly Preferred

Job Description

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities through formal and informal assessments of skeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments, goals, and tolerance levels.
• Create and update plans of care in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team members.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to restore, maintain, and improve patient mobility and functional independence.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, recovery expectations, and home exercise programs.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Home Health Aides, and students according to regulatory standards.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and assist patients with obtaining necessary supportive devices.
• Document patient progress, treatment responses, and changes in condition according to compliance standards.
• Complete required documentation for billing and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in team conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote physical therapy services through education and community outreach activities.
• Function as a case manager for assigned patients and coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and follow all organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate commitment to quality patient care through teamwork, professionalism, and service excellence.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient physical therapy services with occasional acute care coverage.
• Maintain competency with electronic documentation systems and required technology platforms.
• Promote process improvement and support program development initiatives.
• Follow workplace safety standards and properly utilize personal protective equipment when required.
• Maintain regular attendance and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform therapy activities for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry 21–50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently perform activities requiring up to 20 lbs. of force.
• Ability to constantly handle equipment and perform patient care-related movements.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities
• Relocation Assistance Available (if applicable)