In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant: Restore Mobility

CenterWell Home Health; Paragould (AR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence in their homes under supervision. You will deliver PT-driven care, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, and coordinate documentation and care with the team.

Expect about 40 hours per week in a home health setting, with emphasis on geriatric rehabilitation, infection prevention, and seamless communication with the Physical Therapist and Branch Director.

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience collaborating with a healthcare team.
• Knowledge of geriatric population changes.

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 infection control and universal precautions in patient care activities.

Skills

Fluent English

Team collaboration

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence in their homes under supervision. You will deliver PT-driven care, perform therapeutic exercises and modalities, and coordinate documentation and care with the team.

Expect about 40 hours per week in a home health setting, with emphasis on geriatric rehabilitation, infection prevention, and seamless communication with the Physical Therapist and Branch Director.