In-Home PTA — Impactful Patient Care

CenterWell; Anderson (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TB screening program

Driver safety program

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is hiring a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength and independence in their homes. You will implement the plan developed by the Physical Therapist, document records weekly and participate in in-services with the team.

Requires current Physical Therapy license, CPR, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Schedule 40 hours per week with pay between $64,000 and $87,500 per year.

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 geriatric changes.
• 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

PT License

Driver's License

CPR Certification

Team Collaboration

English fluency

Geriatric care

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant Certification/License

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is hiring a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients regain strength and independence in their homes. You will implement the plan developed by the Physical Therapist, document records weekly and participate in in-services with the team.

Requires current Physical Therapy license, CPR, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Schedule 40 hours per week with pay between $64,000 and $87,500 per year.