In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant — Empower Recovery

CenterWell Home Health; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; 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 the treatment plan, perform therapeutic exercises, and document care while coordinating with the physician and branch team.

The role requires licensure, CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and strong teamwork in a geriatric care setting. Evening/weekend hours may apply as part of a patient-facing program.

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 changes in geriatric population.
• 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 equipment failures, lack of supplies, or staff or client changes.
• Apply infection control and universal precautions in patient care.

Skills

Fluent English

CPR certification

Education

Physical Therapy license

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 the treatment plan, perform therapeutic exercises, and document care while coordinating with the physician and branch team.

The role requires licensure, CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and strong teamwork in a geriatric care setting. Evening/weekend hours may apply as part of a patient-facing program.