A Physical Therapist Assistant in Home Health provides personalized rehabilitation care to help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence within their homes. They administer physical therapy treatment plans developed by physical therapists, using therapeutic exercises and modalities while monitoring patient progress and maintaining accurate documentation. This role requires licensure, clinical competency, and effective communication to support patients' recovery and enhance their quality of life.
As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant , you will:
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 documents daily, weekly, or monthly records of clients’. Submits clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
Attend educational meetings and coordinates and contributes 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
Schedule clients and performs varied office tasks.
Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
Accept 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.
Required Experience/Skills:
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.
Proof of current CPR certification.
Minimum two years 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.
Maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
1Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers benefits for limited term, variable schedule and per diem associates which are designed to support whole-person well-being. Among these benefits, Humana provides paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance program, business travel and accident.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
physical therapy assistant, home health care, rehabilitation, therapeutic exercises, patient mobility, manual therapy, clinical documentation, patient care, licensed therapist, geriatrics
...undergo Drug Screen/Urine Toxicology test Experience: Entry-level acceptable; clinic experience preferred. Technical... ...Professional Growth: Career advancement pathways. Impactful Work: Serve diverse communities in public health settings....
...Executive Assistant located in Miami, FL. The Executive Assistant will oversee day-to-day operations, support executive decision-making, manage key projects, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Key responsibilities include facilitating cross-departmental...
...439 | Amazon.com Services LLC We are seeking an experienced environmental attorney to be based in Seattle to support Amazon Web Services... ...stakeholders - Previous data center compliance experience - A mix of law firm and in-house experience - Excellent organizational...
...Description The Information Technology (IT) Support Technician plays a vital role in maintaining the organizations IT infrastructure and supporting day-to-day operations. This position provides hands-on technical assistance for hardware, software, and network issues...
...Job Description Job Description Description Job Title: Public Relations Coordinator Location: Saint Louis, MO Department: Marketing Reports To: Public Relations Position Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Public Relations...