Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility at Home

humana; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to perform home-based therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in Abilene, TX. You will implement treatment plans, perform therapeutic exercises, and document progress for geriatric patients.

The role requires English fluency, a valid driver''s license with insurance, CPR certification, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.

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.

Skills

Team collaboration

English fluency

CPR certification

Geriatric care knowledge

Job description

CenterWell Home Health seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to perform home-based therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in Abilene, TX. You will implement treatment plans, perform therapeutic exercises, and document progress for geriatric patients.

The role requires English fluency, a valid driver''s license with insurance, CPR certification, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.