Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, the Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant reports to the Clinical Manager and helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in their homes. The role delivers personalized care focused on functional improvement and quality of life. The assistant administers the treatment plan developed by the Physical Therapist and provides therapeutic exercises, modalities, and other care in patients' homes. The role also includes timely clinical documentation, participation in educational meetings and department in-services, and communication about equipment, supply, staffing, or client changes. Patient-facing work is subject to Humana's TB screening program, and driving is subject to its driver safety requirements.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association-accredited program.
- Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
- Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Current CPR certification.
- Experience collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social, and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population.
- Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Administer the physical therapy treatment plan developed by the Physical Therapist to patients in their homes.
- Administer non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, and heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities.
- Document client records and submit clinical documentation to the office on time each week.
- Attend educational meetings and coordinate department in-services.
- Notify the Physical Therapist or Branch Director about equipment failures, lack of supplies, or staff or client changes.
- Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions while performing patient care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Time off, including paid time off and company and personal holidays.
- Paid parental and caregiver leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Life insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
