Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant-Per Diem
About The Position
CenterWell Home Health is seeking a per-diem Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to provide personalized physical therapy care in patients’ homes. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the assistant implements treatment plans developed by a Physical Therapist to help patients improve strength, mobility, function, and independence. The role includes administering therapeutic exercises and modalities, documenting care, participating in educational meetings and in-services, and communicating patient, staff, equipment, or supply concerns to the Physical Therapist or Branch Director. The position is patient-facing and requires TB screening. It also participates in Humana’s driver safety program, requiring a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance that meets applicable minimum limits. The position is per diem, with one scheduled weekly hour. The posting lists a pay-per-visit/unit rate of $41.00–$57.00 and also provides a full-time-equivalent annual base pay range of $58,400–$80,000. Benefits for per-diem associates include paid time off, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, and business travel and accident benefits.
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, in patients’ homes, the physical therapy treatment plan developed by the Physical Therapist.
- 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 when 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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