Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health
About The Position
Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a fulltime therapist at CenterWell Home Health, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, mobility and independence—all from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on rehabilitation and functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities with confidence and enjoy a better quality of life. Patients located in Racine, Kenosha, South Milwaukee As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant , you will: Administer the physical therapy treatment plan 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. Accurately documents daily, weekly, or monthly records of clients’. Submits clinical paperwork to the office on time each week. Attend educational meetings and coordinates and contributes to department in-services. Notify physical therapist or Executive Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, staff or client changes, and any other departmental Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities. Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Promote compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third-party payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary. 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.
- Proof of current CPR certification.
- Minimum one year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant
- Comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social, and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population.
- Self-directed, enthusiastic, and accepts constructive feedback.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
- Communicates and demonstrates a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers, and others.
- Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of CenterWell Home Health and licensing board.
- Maintains clinical competency in Physical Therapy practice and theory.
- Maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
- Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Responsibilities
- Administer the physical therapy treatment plan 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.
- Accurately documents daily, weekly, or monthly records of clients’.
- Submits clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
- Attend educational meetings and coordinates and contributes to department in-services.
- Notify physical therapist or Executive Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, staff or client changes, and any other departmental
- Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
- Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
- Promote compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third-party payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
