Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

CenterWell Home Health; Pingree Grove (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 87,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Career opportunities

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support patients in their homes, reporting to the Clinical Manager. You will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence through personalized, functional-focused care.

Responsibilities include administering the treatment plan, documenting records, coordinating with therapists and the office, and ensuring infection control. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association program.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience collaborating with a healthcare team.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking 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

Fluent English

CPR certification

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support patients in their homes, reporting to the Clinical Manager. You will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence through personalized, functional-focused care.

Responsibilities include administering the treatment plan, documenting records, coordinating with therapists and the office, and ensuring infection control. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.