Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health

CenterWell•Yarmouth, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, the Physical Therapist Assistant helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in their homes through personalized care focused on functional improvement. The position reports to the Clinical Manager and administers the physical therapy treatment plan developed by a Physical Therapist. Service area options are Upper Cape or Lower Cape. The role is patient-facing and requires participation in Humana’s tuberculosis screening program. It is also covered by Humana’s driver safety program, requiring a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance meeting applicable minimum limits. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The posting lists compensation of $45.00–$62.00 per visit/unit and an estimated annual base pay range of $70,400–$96,300 for full-time employment; actual pay varies by location and job-related factors. CenterWell Home Health provides personalized 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.

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 patient’s physical therapy treatment plan, as developed by the Physical Therapist, in patients’ 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 about equipment failures, lack of supplies, or changes involving staff or clients.
Apply infection-control concepts and universal precautions when performing patient care activities.