Empowering Home Health PTA: Rebuild Mobility

CenterWell Home Health; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health in Hamden, CT is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to support patients at home under a supervising Physical Therapist. You will implement prescribed treatment plans, perform manual therapy, document care, and coordinate with the care team to promote independence and recovery.

Requirements include a current Physical Therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver's license and transportation, and English fluency.

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• CPR certification valid and up-to-date.
• Experience collaborating with healthcare professionals.
• Fluency in reading/writing/speaking 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

Geriatric knowledge

Team collaboration

English fluency

Home health care basics

Education

Physical Therapy License (State of CT)

CPR Certification

Valid Driver's License

1 year PTA experience

Job description

CenterWell Home Health in Hamden, CT is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to support patients at home under a supervising Physical Therapist. You will implement prescribed treatment plans, perform manual therapy, document care, and coordinate with the care team to promote independence and recovery.

Requirements include a current Physical Therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver's license and transportation, and English fluency.