Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

humana; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health, part of Humana, seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to administer therapy in patients' homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role emphasizes functional improvement, collaboration with a healthcare team, and adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Requirements include an active Physical Therapy license, valid driver's license with insurance, CPR certification, and experience with geriatric populations.

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 geriatric physical, emotional, social and biological changes.
• Read, write, and speak fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Administer the physical therapy treatment plan to patients, onsite in patients' homes, as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Administer non-complex active and passive manual therapy, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water and electrical modalities.
• Document client records and submit clinical documentation on time each week.
• Attend educational meetings and coordinate department in-services.
• Notify Physical Therapist or Branch Director of equipment failures, supply shortages or staff/client changes.
• Apply infection control and universal precautions in patient care.

Skills

Licensed PTA

Driver's license

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Geriatric care knowledge

English proficiency

Job description

CenterWell Home Health, part of Humana, seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to administer therapy in patients' homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role emphasizes functional improvement, collaboration with a healthcare team, and adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Requirements include an active Physical Therapy license, valid driver's license with insurance, CPR certification, and experience with geriatric populations.