Physical Therapist Assistant, Fulltime

About the role

Become a part of our caring community As a fulltime Physical Therapy Assistant at CenterWell Home Health, reporting to the Clinical Manager, you will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence, from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome limitations and enjoy a better quality of life.

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.

Requirements

• 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
• One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social, and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population
• Read, write, and speak fluent English

Benefits

• $64,000 - $87,500 per year base pay
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Many other opportunities

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Pay

Pay Range $41.00 - $57.00 pay per visit/unit