In-Home Physical Therapist Assistant — $5K Sign-On

CenterWell Home Health; Greenville (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 supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence through personalized care focused on function in daily living.

Requirements include a current state PT license, valid driver's license, CPR, and teamwork. A 40-hour work week is typical, with a pay range of $64,000 to $87,500 per year and a $5K sign-on bonus available.

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.
• Geriatric population knowledge: physical, emotional, social, 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

PT license

Driver's license

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Geriatric knowledge

English fluency

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in their homes under supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence through personalized care focused on function in daily living.

Requirements include a current state PT license, valid driver's license, CPR, and teamwork. A 40-hour work week is typical, with a pay range of $64,000 to $87,500 per year and a $5K sign-on bonus available.