Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant-Per Diem
About The Position
CenterWell Home Health is seeking a per-diem Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in their homes. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the assistant delivers personalized care focused on functional improvement by administering the physical therapy treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist. The role includes providing non-complex therapeutic exercises and modalities, maintaining timely clinical documentation, attending educational meetings and department in-services, and communicating equipment, supply, staff, or client concerns to the appropriate clinical leader. Patient-facing work requires following infection-control practices and universal precautions. The role is subject to Humana’s TB screening program and 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 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, 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.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel and accident benefits
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Education Level
Associate degree
