Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant-Per Diem
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 administers the physical therapy treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist. The position is per diem and patient-facing, with care delivered in patients’ homes. It requires participation in Humana’s TB screening program and driver safety program. The role includes a pay-per-visit/unit rate of $41.00–$57.00. The posting also lists a full-time-equivalent starting base pay range of $64,000–$87,500 per year; actual pay varies according to location and job-related qualifications. CenterWell Home Health provides personalized home care for patients 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.
- 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 of equipment failures, supply shortages, or changes involving staff or clients.
- Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions while performing patient care activities.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel and accident benefits
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