Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

humana; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health, a Humana company, is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to administer therapy plans in patients' homes and support functional improvement for geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include executing PT plans, documenting records, coordinating with the Physical Therapist, and maintaining infection control. A valid state PTA license and driver's license are required.

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 that occur 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

PT license

Driver's license

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Geriatrics knowledge

English proficiency

Job description

CenterWell Home Health, a Humana company, is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to administer therapy plans in patients' homes and support functional improvement for geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include executing PT plans, documenting records, coordinating with the Physical Therapist, and maintaining infection control. A valid state PTA license and driver's license are required.