Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell•Terre Haute, IN

12d•$64,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant 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 physical therapy treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist and provides care in patients’ homes. The position is patient-facing and requires TB screening, as well as participation in Humana’s driver safety program. CenterWell Home Health provides comprehensive home care for patients managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Its care teams work together to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain independence. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The posting gives a pay-per-visit/unit rate of $41.00–$57.00 and a full-time annual base-pay range of $64,000–$87,500; actual pay varies based on location and job-related qualifications. Humana offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; paid time off and 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.
Administer 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 while performing patient care activities.