Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
South Haven, MI
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Physical Therapist Assistant (Travel/Contract)

Location: South Haven, Michigan
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Shift: 1st/Days
• Hours: 40 hours/week (0700-1815 Monday-Thursday, 0700-1645 Friday)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week
• No call, weekend, or float requirements

Job Description

Clinical Duties

• Work under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Follow the plan of care and goals established by the Physical Therapist
• Provide direct patient care including physical, electrical, mechanical, and heat treatments
• Conduct individual and/or group Physical Therapy activities
• Educate family and community
• Participate in interdisciplinary team discussions and hospital rounds
• Assist in program development and serve as a resource in areas of expertise
• Participate in student programs and rotations
• Provide in-services within Rehabilitation Services
• May cross-train and provide coverage in other Rehabilitation departments as needed

Administrative Duties

• Document in electronic health records per compliance timelines
• Communicate any limitations preventing timely documentation to leadership
• Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records for each patient
• Serve on committees and task forces
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate effective time management skills
• Supervise Rehab Clinical Assistants, PTA students, and volunteers

Physical Requirements

• Considerable standing or walking
• Regular lifting of light-weight objects (20 pounds or less)
• Assisting with heavier lifting and moving of patients
• Some fatiguing physical motions and minor straining positions

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only (as applicable)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only (as applicable)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - AAP or American Medical Learning Center (as applicable)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) (as applicable)
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) (as applicable)
• NIH Stroke Certification (AHA, APEX, Bluecloud) - must be updated annually (as applicable)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) (as applicable)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam - completed within 1 year prior to assignment with passing score ≥80%
• Competency Exam in specialty - completed within 1 year prior to assignment with passing score ≥80%
• Color Blind Testing Online (required for laboratory settings only)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement

Licensure & Verification

• State License primary source online verification required
• Education verification (copy of highest degree or diploma)
• National Tech Certification as applicable (e.g., ASCP, AMT, MLS, MT, MLT for Med Techs)
• Skills checklist updated annually (if applicable)

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Criminal background check within 45 days of start, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • National Criminal Search
  • National Sex Offender Search
  • Statewide searches
  • Education verification
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) search for Home Health
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
• MI LARA fingerprinting required within 45 days of start for certain positions and locations
• Michigan Central Registry Clearance required for pediatric, RRT, L&D, and Echo Tech Cardiac Sonographer roles
• Drug testing: 10-panel including Marijuana/THC within 45 days of start
• References: One professional reference from supervisor/manager required
• Complete employment application/resume with full 7 years work history, no gaps

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required for non-clinical roles)
• Fit mask test (Bronson requires Honeywell DC365N95HC) - annual expiration for Aya candidates
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (must include pertussis) - no declinations accepted
• Negative TB test (PPD or Q gold/Tspot) within 45 days of start; if positive, chest x-ray and TB questionnaire required
• TB questionnaire updated annually
• Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer, no exemptions accepted
• Hepatitis B: titer, series, or facility declination required
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer, no exemptions accepted
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/spiritual exemption required for candidates starting after 11/1; proof or exemption must be submitted by 12/1

Facility Specific Requirements

• Review and sign Code of Conduct and Appearance Standards Policy prior to start
• Hepatitis B declination form if declining vaccine or titer
• Fit test appointment must be completed onsite before or on first day
• Medical and vaccine exemption forms require approval and must be submitted in advance
• Dosimetry History Request Form required for Radiology specialties

This position offers a structured 13-week travel contract with a focus on physical therapy assistance under licensed supervision, requiring strong clinical and administrative skills, compliance with extensive background and health documentation, and adherence to facility policies and certifications.