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Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health

CenterWell Home Health

Worcester, MA
2 days ago
$70,100 - $96,000

Job Description

Join CenterWell Home Health as a Physical Therapist Assistant and make a significant impact on patients' lives by helping them regain mobility and independence in their homes. You'll deliver personalized care and support rehabilitation efforts, ensuring a better quality of life for those you serve.

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 documents daily, weekly, or monthly records of clients
  • 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
  • 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

Required Qualifications

  • 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 current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements
  • Must read, write, and speak fluent English
  • Must have good and regular attendance

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off401(k) retirement savings planEmployee assistance programBusiness travel and accident insurance