UT Health ET Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PRN
About The Position
The UT Health ET Home Health Physical Therapist plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered physical therapy services within the home health care setting. This position focuses on assessing, planning, and implementing individualized treatment plans to improve patients' mobility, function, and overall quality of life. The therapist will work closely with patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, providing therapeutic interventions that promote independence and prevent further disability. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and social workers, is essential to ensure comprehensive care coordination. Ultimately, this role aims to support patients in achieving optimal health outcomes while maintaining safety and comfort in their home environments.
Requirements
- Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.
- Valid Physical Therapy Assstant license
- Valid state driver’s license
- AHA CPR certification
- Valid Driver’s License
- Valid Auto Insurance
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of home health experience preferred
- HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
- Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and any concerns to the supervising physical therapist.
- Educate patients and their families on exercises, proper use of assistive devices, and strategies to prevent injury or re-injury.
- Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order.
Benefits
- 401k You’re eligible after 3 months of service/The plan is 100% fully vested immediately/Choice Health At Home contributes 100% of the first 3% you contribute each pay period
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