Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

CenterWell Home Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver patient-centered care in clients’ homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will participate in care planning, coordinate with the Clinical Manager, and ensure timely documentation and communication.

This is a patient-facing role with a focus on geriatric populations and functional improvement. The position requires licensure, CPR, valid driver's license, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals.
• Read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Comprehensive knowledge of geriatric population changes.

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

Reliable transportation

Team collaboration

Infection control

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver patient-centered care in clients’ homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will participate in care planning, coordinate with the Clinical Manager, and ensure timely documentation and communication.

This is a patient-facing role with a focus on geriatric populations and functional improvement. The position requires licensure, CPR, valid driver's license, and strong teamwork.