In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant – Geriatric Care

CenterWell Home Health; Villa Rica (GA); Sur place; USD 64 000 - 88 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver PT services in patients' homes under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. You will administer therapeutic exercises, document progress, and participate in staff training and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes geriatric care, teamwork with healthcare professionals, and adherence to infection control standards. A valid driver’s license and English fluency are required.

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Fluent English

Team collaboration

CPR certification

Geriatric care knowledge

Description du poste

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver PT services in patients' homes under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. You will administer therapeutic exercises, document progress, and participate in staff training and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes geriatric care, teamwork with healthcare professionals, and adherence to infection control standards. A valid driver’s license and English fluency are required.