Physical Therapist Assistant

surgeries, chronic joint pain, arthritis, hypermobility, and other musculoskeletal conditions. The Physical Therapy Assistant will work collaboratively with physical therapists to implement individualized treatment plans, monitor patients? day-to-day progress, and communicate findings to the supervising physical therapist. Under the direction of the physical therapist, the PTA will adjust treatment interventions as appropriate to support patient progress toward functional goals and promote safe, effective recovery. Provides treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following focused treatment plan based on established goals. Monitors patients' response to treatment and modifies treatment as necessary. Assists Physical Therapist in carrying out complex procedures and programs. Instructs patients in physical therapy activities and in the use of equipment. Identifies the need for home treatment programs; plans and instructs the patient and family/caregivers in home treatment programs. Assists in orientation and training of new staff and volunteers. Supervises physical therapy assistant students. An Associate's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Michigan This position requires primary source verification Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a PTA, with at least 1 year in an outpatient orthopedic setting Experience implementing manual therapy techniques as part of an individualized treatment plan Expereince treating patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or hypermobility spectrum disorders Experience progressing therapeutic exercise programs to address strength, mobility, balance and functional limitations Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectivelky within a multidisciplinary team Full-time (40 hours/week). Specific schedule to be determined. Clinic is open Monday-Thursday, 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. Some closing shifts are required. 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. 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. 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. 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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.