Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell•Corning, NY

1d•$64,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, reporting to the Clinical Manager, you will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence in their homes. You will deliver personalized care focused on functional improvement, empowering individuals to overcome limitations and improve their quality of life. The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant administers the physical therapy treatment plan developed by the Physical Therapist and provides care in patients’ homes. The role also involves documenting and submitting clinical records on time, attending educational meetings and coordinating department in-services, reporting equipment or supply issues and staff or client changes, and applying infection-control concepts and universal precautions during patient care. This is a patient-facing position covered by Humana’s tuberculosis screening program. It also participates in Humana’s driver safety program and requires a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance that meets the applicable stated minimums. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Compensation is listed as $41.00–$57.00 per visit/unit and an estimated annual base pay range of $64,000–$87,500, which may vary based on location and job-related factors. 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 and opportunities.

Requirements

Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association.
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 to patients.
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 staff or client changes.
Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions while performing patient care activities.