Home Health PTA: Empower Mobility at Home

CenterWell; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in their homes, reporting to the Clinical Manager. You will administer the physical therapy plan, perform therapeutic activities, and document care to promote functional improvement and independence.

The role requires a current Physical Therapy license, valid driver’s license with insurance, CPR, teamwork, and geriatric care understanding. One year of PTA experience is preferred.

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 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.

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in their homes, reporting to the Clinical Manager. You will administer the physical therapy plan, perform therapeutic activities, and document care to promote functional improvement and independence.

The role requires a current Physical Therapy license, valid driver’s license with insurance, CPR, teamwork, and geriatric care understanding. One year of PTA experience is preferred.