In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant — Restore Mobility

CenterWell Certified Healthcare Corp.; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay per visit

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered care in patients' homes. You will implement the PT plan, perform therapeutic exercises, and document care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a state-licensed PTA, valid driver's license and CPR certification, and strong geriatric knowledge. One year of PTA experience is preferred. Pay per visit ranges from $45.00 to $62.00.

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

Licensed PT Assistant

Driver's license & transportation

CPR certification

Team collaboration in healthcare

Geriatric patient knowledge

English fluency

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered care in patients' homes. You will implement the PT plan, perform therapeutic exercises, and document care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a state-licensed PTA, valid driver's license and CPR certification, and strong geriatric knowledge. One year of PTA experience is preferred. Pay per visit ranges from $45.00 to $62.00.