Physical Therapist Assistant
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How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The Brighton Center for Specialty Care opened in 2018 and provides high quality health care services for adults and children. The 2-story facility is located in Brighton, MI. We are actively seeking an experienced, compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individual who will create the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees. This individual will serve clinical populations in general and sports medicine rehabilitation. The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for assisting our physical therapists in the care and treatment of patients with impairments related to general and sports medicine rehabilitation diagnoses. Physical Therapist Assistants will assess the patient's day-to-day progress and will report findings to the physical therapist. They will also implement and modify treatment programs as the patient progresses, with the guidance from the physical therapist.
Physical Requirement: This position requires extensive standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Why join the Michigan Medicine Ambulatory Physical Therapy Team?
We are a premier center for comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with acute, sub-acute and chronic back and neck pain that affects their health and productivity. As part of the interdisciplinary care team, you will utilize cutting-edge treatments to maximize the health, function and quality of life for our patients. Join our team and become part of a nationally recognized team of experts.
What perks and benefits can you look forward to?
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings
Generous PTO program
Exposure to innovative and new state of the art technology
Preceptorship opportunities with PTA students
Excellent team environment with positive work culture
Opportunity to advance your skills in desired specialties
Responsibilities*
Provide treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following focused treatment plans based on established goals.
Monitors patient's response to treatment and modifies treatment and/or reports patient?s response to the Physical Therapist as appropriate.
Completes patient care and billing documentation according to established procedures.
Assist Physical Therapists in carrying out complex procedures and programs.
Instruct patients in physical therapy activities and in the use of equipment.
Attend meetings to report on patient progress.
Identify the need for home treatment programs; plan and instruct the patient and family / caregivers in home treatment programs.
Assist in orientation and training of new staff and volunteers.
Supervise physical therapist assistant students.
Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
An Associate's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Michigan.
This position requires Primary Source Verification.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Desired Qualifications*
3 Years of outpatient experience in treating patients with orthopaedic impairment is preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in patient treatment.
A passion for rehabilitation and helping patients regain independence.
A collaborative mindset and positive attitude to contribute to a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work Schedule
This position is full-time, working Monday through Friday - Day Shift.
Clinic hours 7:00am-7:00pm.
Schedule to be determined.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
269877
Working Title
Physical Therapist Assistant
Job Title
Physical Therapist Assistant
Work Location
Brighton
Brighton, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM BCSC CMC Therapy
Posting Begin/End Date
10/20/2025 - 11/03/2025
Salary
$60,340.80 - $87,609.60
Career Interest
Patient Care Services
Physical/Occupational Therapy
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