Physical Therapist Assistant – Home Health

Role Overview

• Administer the physical therapy treatment plan to patients
• 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
• 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

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• employee assistance program
• business travel
• accident insurance