In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant: Impactful Patient Care

CenterWell Home Health; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will administer treatment plans, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, document patient records, and participate in ongoing departmental activities to support geriatric patients’ functional improvements.

The role requires a state PTA license, CPR certification, a valid driver’s license, and strong teamwork within a

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

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

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Team Collaboration

English Fluency

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will administer treatment plans, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, document patient records, and participate in ongoing departmental activities to support geriatric patients’ functional improvements.

The role requires a state PTA license, CPR certification, a valid driver’s license, and strong teamwork within a