In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant: Restore Mobility

CenterWell Home Health; Indiana; On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Disability insurance

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver home-based care under a Physical Therapist's plan, promoting functional improvement for geriatric patients. You'll work in patients' homes, ensuring safety and effective therapy while coordinating with the care team.

The role requires licensure, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. Preferred experience is 1 year as a PTA. A full-time schedule (40 hours/week) with benefits is offered.

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

Team collaboration

Geriatric knowledge

English fluent

Education

State Physical Therapy license

CPR certification

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver home-based care under a Physical Therapist's plan, promoting functional improvement for geriatric patients. You'll work in patients' homes, ensuring safety and effective therapy while coordinating with the care team.

The role requires licensure, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. Preferred experience is 1 year as a PTA. A full-time schedule (40 hours/week) with benefits is offered.