Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell•Huntsville, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a 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 and administers the physical therapy treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist. This is a patient-facing role that includes home visits and participation in Humana’s TB screening and driver safety programs. The posting lists 40 scheduled hours per week and describes a pay-per-visit/unit rate of $41.00–$57.00, as well as a full-time annual base-pay estimate of $64,000–$87,500. Actual compensation may vary by location and job-related qualifications.

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 English reading, writing, and speaking skills.

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 staff or client changes.
Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions while performing patient care activities.