Home Health PTA — Restore Mobility at Home

Humana Inc; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee assistance program

Travel for work

Job summary

Humana Inc is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home care and help patients regain strength and independence. You will implement the physical therapy plan in patients7s homes and document progress for the supervising Physical Therapist.

The role requires an active Physical Therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver7s license, and excellent teamwork with healthcare professionals. A focus on geriatric care and English fluency is essential.

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy
• Valid driver7s license and auto insurance
• Current CPR certification
• Experience collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of geriatric population 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

Team collaboration

Fluent English

Job description

Humana Inc is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home care and help patients regain strength and independence. You will implement the physical therapy plan in patients7s homes and document progress for the supervising Physical Therapist.

The role requires an active Physical Therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver7s license, and excellent teamwork with healthcare professionals. A focus on geriatric care and English fluency is essential.