In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant: Impactful Geriatric Care

Humana Inc; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health, a Humana Inc. company, seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients at home under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will deliver PT-related treatments, document care, and participate in team education to promote functional recovery and independence. Requirements include current PT license, valid driver’s license and CPR certification, and the ability to work in patients' homes.

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 geriatric population's physical, emotional, social and biological changes.
• 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.

Skills

Team collaboration

English fluency

CPR certification

Geriatric care knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

Current state license to practice Physical Therapy

Job description

CenterWell Home Health, a Humana Inc. company, seeks a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients at home under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will deliver PT-related treatments, document care, and participate in team education to promote functional recovery and independence. Requirements include current PT license, valid driver’s license and CPR certification, and the ability to work in patients' homes.