In-Home PT Assistant: Rebuild Mobility & Independence

CenterWell; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength and independence in the comfort of their homes. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and participate in care planning, documentation, and team in-services.

Responsibilities include administering PT treatment plans, performing active and passive exercises, and ensuring timely documentation and coordination with the Clinical Manager.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association.
• 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

Fluent English

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

CPR certification

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength and independence in the comfort of their homes. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and participate in care planning, documentation, and team in-services.

Responsibilities include administering PT treatment plans, performing active and passive exercises, and ensuring timely documentation and coordination with the Clinical Manager.