Home Health PTA: Restore Independence at Home

CenterWell; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Business travel coverage

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home PT services. You will follow the plan laid out by the Physical Therapist, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, document visits, and participate in staff trainings while maintaining infection control standards.

The role requires an active Physical Therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver's license and reliable transportation, plus strong collaboration within a healthcare

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

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Geriatric care knowledge

English fluency

PT licensure

Transportation availability

Education

State Physical Therapy License

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home PT services. You will follow the plan laid out by the Physical Therapist, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, document visits, and participate in staff trainings while maintaining infection control standards.

The role requires an active Physical Therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver's license and reliable transportation, plus strong collaboration within a healthcare