Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description

About the Company

CenterWell Home Health specializes in providing personalized, comprehensive home care for patients who are managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Their dedicated care teams comprise nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers. Together, they collaborate to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain independence, aiming to improve their overall health and happiness.

CenterWell, a company under Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), is committed to creating patient-centered experiences. It stands as the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and the fourth-largest pharmacy benefit manager. CenterWell’s approach emphasizes whole-person health, addressing patients’ physical, emotional, and social well-being. As part of Humana, CenterWell offers its employees stability, competitive benefits, and ample opportunities for personal and career growth. The company prides itself on employing over 30,000 clinicians dedicated to prioritizing health for teammates, patients, communities, and the company itself. CenterWell supports its employees’ well-being from day one by providing flexible scheduling, clinical certifications, leadership development programs, and career coaching.

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries offer a competitive benefits package designed to support whole-person well-being, encouraging personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for employees and their families, acknowledging that life extends beyond work. Humana is also an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a policy not to discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. They also take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disabilities or protected veteran status, basing employment decisions solely on valid job requirements.

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About the Job: Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

This role is for a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant at CenterWell Home Health, where you will be a vital part of a caring community focused on patient health. You will play a crucial role in helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence within the comfort of their homes. Your work will involve delivering personalized care that emphasizes rehabilitation and functional improvement, empowering individuals to overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities with confidence, and enjoy an improved quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:
• Administer physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Perform non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and apply modalities such as traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical treatments to patients.
• Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly client records.
• Submit clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
• Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute to department in-services.
• Notify the Physical Therapist or Executive Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, staff or client changes, and other departmental concerns.
• Schedule clients and perform varied office tasks.
• Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
• Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with your education and competence to care for patients.
• Promote compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third-party payors through education, coaching, and necessary assistance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience/Skills:
• Education: Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited program.
• Licensure: Current state license to practice Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Transportation: Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Certifications: Proof of current CPR certification.
• Experience: Minimum two years of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social, and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population.
• Personal Attributes: Self-directed, enthusiastic, accepts constructive feedback, demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Professionalism: Communicates and demonstrates a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, co-workers, and others.
• Continuing Education: Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of CenterWell Home Health and the licensing board, and maintains clinical competency in Physical Therapy practice and theory.
• Availability: Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
• Confidentiality: Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Language: Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Attendance: Must have good and regular attendance.

Compensation:
The role offers a flexible compensation structure:
• Pay per visit/unit: $41.00 – $57.00.
• Base Pay (full-time, 40 hours per week): $64,200 – $88,000 per year.
• *Note: The actual pay range may vary based on geographic location, and individual pay will depend on demonstrated job-related skills, knowledge, experience, education, and certifications.•
Benefits:
CenterWell Home Health, as part of Humana, offers a competitive benefits package to support whole-person well-being. These benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family. Benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Time off, including paid time off (PTO), company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, and paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Numerous other opportunities.