Home Health PT Assistant — Empower Mobility at Home

CenterWell; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health in Florida seeks a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver personalized in-home therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist, helping patients regain strength and independence.

You will administer treatment plans onsite, document records weekly, participate in in-services, and uphold infection control and safety standards.

A Florida-licensed PTA with CPR and a valid driver’s license is required; driving to patient homes is expected.

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 geriatric changes.
• 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

Job description

CenterWell Home Health in Florida seeks a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver personalized in-home therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist, helping patients regain strength and independence.

You will administer treatment plans onsite, document records weekly, participate in in-services, and uphold infection control and safety standards.

A Florida-licensed PTA with CPR and a valid driver’s license is required; driving to patient homes is expected.