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 and quality of life. The assistant administers the treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist, performs specified therapeutic exercises and modalities, documents care, participates in educational activities, communicates changes or equipment and supply issues, and applies infection-control practices. 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.
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 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, lack of supplies, or staff or client changes.
- 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 and company and personal holidays.
- Paid parental and caregiver leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
