Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility at Home

CenterWell Home Health; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home physical therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and coordinate with the care team to support functional improvements for patients living at home.

The role requires a current physical therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver's license and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.

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

Licensed PT

Driver's license

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Geriatric knowledge

English fluency

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home physical therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and coordinate with the care team to support functional improvements for patients living at home.

The role requires a current physical therapy license, CPR certification, a valid driver's license and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.