Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell•Texarkana, AR

13h•$64,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first 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. As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant , you will: 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. Use your skills to make an impact

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.