Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
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 to help patients overcome limitations and improve their quality of life. The assistant administers the treatment plan developed by the Physical Therapist, provides specified therapeutic exercises and modalities, documents care, participates in educational activities, communicates changes and equipment or supply concerns, and follows infection-control practices. The role is patient-facing and requires TB screening. It also participates in Humana’s driver safety program and requires a valid driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance. The posted pay-per-visit/unit rate is $41.00–$57.00. The posting also lists an estimated annual base pay range of $64,000–$87,500 for full-time, 40-hour-per-week employment; actual compensation may vary 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 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 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 therapy treatment plan developed by the Physical Therapist 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 about equipment failures, lack of supplies, or changes involving staff or clients.
- Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions when performing patient care activities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off, including company and personal holidays.
- Paid parental and caregiver leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Life insurance.
- Other benefit opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
