Empowering Home Health PTA - Restore Mobility at Home

CenterWell Home Health; Okeechobee (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 support patient mobility and independence in clients' homes. You will implement prescribed PT plans, document weekly records, and collaborate with therapists and branch leadership.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree in Physical Therapy, is licensed, carries CPR and a valid driver’s license, and can work well within a care team. The role emphasizes geriatric home-based rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals.
• 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

Team collaboration

Fluent English

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

CenterWell Home Health in Florida seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient mobility and independence in clients' homes. You will implement prescribed PT plans, document weekly records, and collaborate with therapists and branch leadership.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree in Physical Therapy, is licensed, carries CPR and a valid driver’s license, and can work well within a care team. The role emphasizes geriatric home-based rehabilitation.