Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell•Fayetteville, NY

6d•$64,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, the Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in their homes. The role delivers personalized care focused on functional improvement. Coverage is needed in Syracuse, Solvay, Fairmount, and Onondaga Hill. The position reports to the Clinical Manager and administers the treatment plan developed by the Physical Therapist. This is a patient-facing role subject to Humana's tuberculosis screening program. It is also part of Humana's driver safety program and requires a valid state driver's license and personal vehicle liability insurance meeting the applicable minimum coverage requirements. The posting lists pay per visit/unit at $41.00–$57.00 and a full-time annual base pay estimate of $64,000–$87,500. Compensation varies by location and job-related qualifications. Humana offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; paid time off and company and personal holidays; paid parental and caregiver leave; short- and long-term disability; life insurance; and other opportunities. CenterWell Home Health provides personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Its care teams include nurses, therapists, home health aides, and medical social workers who work together to support rehabilitation and 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 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, lack of supplies, or staff or client changes.
Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions while performing patient care activities.