Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell•Hoover, AL

20d•$64,000 - $87,500•Onsite

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 physical therapy treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist, provides therapeutic exercises and modalities, and completes timely clinical documentation. The position also involves participation in educational meetings and in-services, communication about equipment, supplies, and changes affecting staff or clients, and applying infection-control practices during patient care.

Requirements

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 Therapist-developed treatment plan 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 of equipment failures, lack of supplies, or staff or client changes.
Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions while performing patient care activities.