Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant - Restore Mobility

humana; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Humana's CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient-centered care in home settings under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, perform therapeutic activities, document progress, and participate in in-services to support geriatric patients.

Candidates must have an active Physical Therapy license, CPR, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation; English fluency is required.

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

Team collaboration

Fluent English

CPR Certification

Education

Current state license to practice Physical Therapy

Job description

Humana's CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient-centered care in home settings under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, perform therapeutic activities, document progress, and participate in in-services to support geriatric patients.

Candidates must have an active Physical Therapy license, CPR, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation; English fluency is required.