Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence at Home

CenterWell Home Health; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in their homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, document care, and participate in department in-services to promote recovery and independence.

The role requires an Associate degree in Physical Therapy, current state license, CPR certification, and strong teamwork with healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association
• 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
• One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant

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

Team collaboration

Communication

Fluent English

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Current state license to practice Physical Therapy

Current CPR certification

Tools

Driver's license & auto insurance

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in their homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, document care, and participate in department in-services to promote recovery and independence.

The role requires an Associate degree in Physical Therapy, current state license, CPR certification, and strong teamwork with healthcare professionals.