Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, reporting to the Clinical Manager, you will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence, from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome limitations and enjoy a better quality of life. CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers – all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.
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
- 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 to patients, working onsite in their homes, as developed by the Physical Therapist.
- Administer non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction 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 Physical Therapist or Branch Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, or staff or client changes.
- Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
Benefits
- paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- employee assistance program
- business travel and accident
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
