Home Health PTA: Empower Mobility at Home

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

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to join our caring team, delivering in-home therapy to help patients regain strength and independence. You will work under a Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans, document progress, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team in patients' homes.

The role requires a state PT license, valid driver's license, CPR, and good communication in English.

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 physical, emotional, social, and biological 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 Certified

Team Collaboration

Geriatrics Knowledge

English Proficiency

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to join our caring team, delivering in-home therapy to help patients regain strength and independence. You will work under a Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans, document progress, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team in patients' homes.

The role requires a state PT license, valid driver's license, CPR, and good communication in English.