Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell•Albany, TX

7d•$58,400 - $80,000•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 the Physical Therapist, provides specified therapeutic exercises and modalities, documents care, participates in educational activities, reports equipment or patient and staffing changes, and follows infection-control precautions. The position is patient-facing and requires TB screening. It also requires participation in Humana’s driver safety program, including maintaining a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance. The posting lists pay per visit/unit at $41.00–$57.00 and a separate estimated annual base-pay range of $58,400–$80,000 for full-time employment at 40 hours per week. Compensation may vary based on location and job-related qualifications. CenterWell Home Health provides personalized, comprehensive home care for people managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Its care teams work together to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain independence.

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.
Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking 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 of equipment failures, lack of supplies, or changes involving staff or clients.
Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions when performing patient-care activities.