The Iron County Medical Care Facility (ICMCF) seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN) to join their team in Crystal Falls, Michigan.

WHAT YOU WILL DO.

• Perform treatment plans and screens on residents and/or outpatients as directed and supervised by the Physical Therapist and Director of Rehab.
• Observe, record, and report to Physical Therapist conditions, reactions and responses of resident and/or outpatients.
• Educate the resident, family, caregiver, or others in carrying out appropriate nonskilled interventions.
• Consult with staff, families, and resident on progress in therapy during, but not limited to, care plan meetings.
• Transport residents to and from rehab department when necessary.
• Flexibility to provide services at multiple sites and perform home visits, as needed, based on patient need.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, treatment charges, and progress notes.
• Assure therapy area, equipment and supplies are maintained in a clean, safe manner for resident comfort and convenience.
• Participate in rehab student/volunteer education, in-service education, meetings, surveys, and inspections as required.

WHAT WE OFFER. $25 – $28 per hour.

QUALIFICATIONS.

• Graduate of an APTA accredited school and licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Michigan required.
• Experience performing physical therapy in a hospital, skilled nursing or other related medical facility setting helpful.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional demeanor that ensures trust and competence amongst peers, residents and patients.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to physically and mentally carry out the functions of this position including working with ill, disabled, elderly, and/or emotionally upset individuals; bending, lifting, pushing or pulling a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness and ability to attend/participate in continuing education classes to keep with current changes in healthcare field as well as maintain professional status.

SOUND LIKE YOU? Take the next step and apply online at the link below.