Impactful At-Home Physical Therapy Assistant

CenterWell; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence in their homes. You will work under a Physical Therapist, delivering treatment plans and documenting progress, while collaborating with the care team.

Required license, CPR, and driving requirements are highlighted, with emphasis on geriatric patient care and English proficiency.

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 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

Team collaboration

CPR certification

English fluency

Geriatric care knowledge

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence in their homes. You will work under a Physical Therapist, delivering treatment plans and documenting progress, while collaborating with the care team.

Required license, CPR, and driving requirements are highlighted, with emphasis on geriatric patient care and English proficiency.