Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health Professional

About CenterWell Home Health

CenterWell Home Health is a leading provider of personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers – all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.

The Role of Physical Therapist Assistant

As a Physical Therapist Assistant with CenterWell Home Health, you will be responsible for implementing treatment plans devised by Physical Therapists, focusing on administering various therapeutic techniques and modalities. This includes administering non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients. You will also be responsible for documenting client progress, scheduling appointments, and maintaining compliance with health regulations while promoting patient wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer the physical therapy treatment plan 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.
• Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly records of clients' progress and submit clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
• Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute to department in-services.
• Notify physical therapist or Executive Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, staff or client changes, and any other departmental concerns.
• Schedule clients and perform varied office tasks.
• Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
• Acept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Promote compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third-party payors through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.

Requirements and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you must have an Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association-accredited program, a current state license to practice Physical Therapy, valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation. You must also have proof of current CPR certification, at least two years of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant, comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social, and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population, self-directed, enthusiastic, and accepts constructive feedback, demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills, communicates and demonstrates a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers, and others, meets mandatory continuing education requirements of CenterWell Home Health and licensing board, maintains clinical competency in Physical Therapy practice and theory, ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally, able to maintain confidentiality, and maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements. Must read, write, and speak fluent English and have good and regular attendance.

Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance programs, medical, dental, and vision benefits, volunteer paid time off, up to $400 in wellness rewards, clinician recognition programs, and other recognition opportunities.

Career Growth and Development

At CenterWell Home Health, we offer flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs, and career coaching to allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being from day one.