Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant-Per Diem

CenterWell•Albany, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, this role reports to the Clinical Manager and helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in their homes. The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant administers the treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist and provides personalized care focused on functional improvement. The position is per diem and patient-facing, with care delivered onsite in patients’ homes. It includes weekly clinical documentation, coordination with the care team, and adherence to infection-control and universal-precaution practices.

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 physical, emotional, social, and biological changes 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.
Provide 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, supply shortages, or changes involving staff or clients.
Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions when performing patient care activities.