In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant: Restore Mobility

Humana Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health, part of Humana Inc., is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to join our caring team. You will deliver in-home physical therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, focusing on functional improvement to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence.

Responsibilities include administering the prescribed treatment plan in patients' homes, documenting care, coordinating with the Physical Therapist and care staff, and practicing infection

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals.
• 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.
• Use your skills to make an impact

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care coordination

Fluent English

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Current state license to practice Physical Therapy

Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation

Current CPR certification

Job description

CenterWell Home Health, part of Humana Inc., is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to join our caring team. You will deliver in-home physical therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, focusing on functional improvement to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence.

Responsibilities include administering the prescribed treatment plan in patients' homes, documenting care, coordinating with the Physical Therapist and care staff, and practicing infection