Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

CenterWell Certified Healthcare Corp.; Yarmouth (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide in-home physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, helping patients regain strength, mobility and independence in their own homes. You will document progress and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize functional outcomes.

The role requires current PT licensure, CPR, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work with geriatric patients.

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

English fluency

Team collaboration

CPR certification

Driver's license

Geriatrics knowledge

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide in-home physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, helping patients regain strength, mobility and independence in their own homes. You will document progress and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize functional outcomes.

The role requires current PT licensure, CPR, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work with geriatric patients.