Empowering Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

CenterWell Home Health; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health in Florida seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to administer the physical therapy plan at patients' homes under supervision. You will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence, improving quality of life.

This full-time role requires a Florida PTA license, a valid driver's license, CPR certification, and strong teamwork with geriatric care knowledge. You will document care, participate in in-services, and follow infection control practices.

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 licensure (PTA)

Team collaboration

English fluency

CPR certified

Driver's license

Geriatric care knowledge

Job description

CenterWell Home Health in Florida seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to administer the physical therapy plan at patients' homes under supervision. You will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence, improving quality of life.

This full-time role requires a Florida PTA license, a valid driver's license, CPR certification, and strong teamwork with geriatric care knowledge. You will document care, participate in in-services, and follow infection control practices.