Home Health PTA: Impactful Geriatric Rehab at Home

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

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health in Florida’s Fort Walton Beach area is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant. You will deliver the prescribed PT plan in patients' homes, work with a skilled clinical team, and help patients regain strength and independence.

This full-time role emphasizes collaborative care, documentation, and adherence to infection control. A valid state PT license, driver's license, CPR, and English fluency are required; 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.
• One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Administer the physical therapy treatment plan to patients in their homes.
• Administer non-complex manual therapeutic exercises and modalities.
• Document client records and submit clinical documentation weekly.
• Attend educational meetings and coordinate department in-services.
• Notify Physical Therapist or Branch Director of equipment failures or staff or client changes.
• Apply infection control and universal precautions in patient care.

Skills

Fluent English

Team collaboration

CPR certification

Job description

CenterWell Home Health in Florida’s Fort Walton Beach area is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant. You will deliver the prescribed PT plan in patients' homes, work with a skilled clinical team, and help patients regain strength and independence.

This full-time role emphasizes collaborative care, documentation, and adherence to infection control. A valid state PT license, driver's license, CPR, and English fluency are required; one year of PTA experience is preferred.