Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant-Per Diem

CenterWell•Mineral Wells, TX

5d•$64,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

CenterWell Home Health is hiring a per-diem Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant who reports to the Clinical Manager. The assistant helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in their homes by providing personalized care focused on functional improvement. The role administers the physical therapy treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist and supports patients’ quality of life through therapeutic interventions and coordinated care. The position is patient-facing and subject to Humana’s tuberculosis screening program. It also participates in Humana’s driver safety program, requiring a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance meeting applicable minimum limits. Scheduled weekly hours are listed as 1.

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 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 during patient care.