Empowering Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

CenterWell; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home PT care, following a PT-developed plan. You will work in patients' homes, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, document records, and coordinate with the PT and branch staff.

Must have a valid PT license, CPR, driver’s license, and strong teamwork and geriatric care knowledge. English fluency is required; one year PTA experience is preferred. 40 hours/week, pay range $64,000–$87,500 annually.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

PT license

Driver's license

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Geriatrics knowledge

English proficiency

PTA experience

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home PT care, following a PT-developed plan. You will work in patients' homes, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, document records, and coordinate with the PT and branch staff.

Must have a valid PT license, CPR, driver’s license, and strong teamwork and geriatric care knowledge. English fluency is required; one year PTA experience is preferred. 40 hours/week, pay range $64,000–$87,500 annually.