Special Tree has a temporary opportunity for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our neuro rehabilitation team at our specialty rehabilitation campus in Romulus, Michigan.

SUMMARY

Special Tree is one of the nation’s leading rehabilitation providers for post-and sub-acute care and recovery from brain injury, spinal cord injury, and neurological issues. Our specialty rehabilitation center, situated on a 23-acre campus in Romulus, Michigan, provides patients with extraordinary opportunities for healing and recovery through outcomes-based rehabilitation, advanced care, and some of the latest technology available for therapy and treatment. Our comprehensive therapy clinic includes the ZeroG Gait and Balance Training System, Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) bike, Virtual Reality Therapy, Sensory Room, and more. Special Tree is a sought-after national preferred placement in clinical rotations; our interdisciplinary team cultivates a rich environment for learning and development. Celebrating 50 years, Special Tree is a pioneer in neuro rehabilitation, the first of its kind in Michigan. Our high staff to patient ratio enables you to truly make a difference in the lives of your patients with the time and resources you need. Experience in our setting will be an excellent experience along your career path.

THE ROLE:

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), as a member of an interdisciplinary care team, assists with appropriate therapeutic intervention under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to maximize the client’s physical functioning.

THE ROLE:

• Provides fabulous every day care, every day to clients and other customers.

• Implements portions of a client’s Physical Therapy program including modalities, gait training, therapeutic exercise and transfer training after the treatment program is established by the Physical Therapist.

• Modifies treatment programs as needed and progresses clients as tolerated based on observation and in consultation with the Physical Therapist.

• Assists the Physical Therapist directly in administering tests and assessment procedures.

• Observes and documents the client’s responses to treatment.

• Provides client, family, and staff education and training as needed and documents appropriately.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy is required.

• Valid Michigan driver’s license.

• Demonstrates good moral character.

• CPR certified.

• Prefer 1 year experience with variety of clients.

• Must be of good moral character.

• Knowledge of Physical Therapy treatments and assistive techniques.

JOB TYPE:

• Per Diem

• Monday to Friday

• 9:00 am- 5:00 pm

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

As we work to provide care and treatment for others, we also work to provide for our team’s professional and personal growth and well-being. At Special Tree we believe there is a better path to healing and recovery, helping each patient achieve the highest levels of independence possible. Since 1974 our team has been critical in helping us provide hope, encouragement, and expertise for people who have experienced life-altering changes. Our core values of Trust, Resilience, Empathy, and Excellence are more than just words, they’re a way of life.

• Outstanding health and retirement benefits

• Generous paid time off plan

WHO WE ARE

Special Tree Rehabilitation System is one of the nation’s leading neurorehabilitation providers for post-and subacute care and recovery from brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple trauma. Our specialty rehabilitation center in Romulus, Michigan, provides patients with extraordinary opportunities for healing and recovery through outcomes-based rehabilitation, advanced care, and some of the latest technology available for therapy and treatment.

Our services include inpatient, outpatient, residential, and vocational rehabilitation services with a host of neuro-specialty programs and wide network of resources to meet the unique needs of every individual we serve.