Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first. As a fulltime therapist (PTA) at CenterWell Home Health, you'll play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independenceall from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on rehabilitation and functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities with confidence, and enjoy a better quality of life. Patients need your skillset in the Liberty, Kearney areas!

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

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 document daily, weekly, or monthly records of clients. Submits clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
• Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute 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 issues.
• 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 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.

Use your skills to make an impact.

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 one 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, and coworkers.

Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of CenterWell Home Health and licensing board.

Maintains clinical competency in Physical Therapy practice and theory.

Able to maintain confidentiality.

Must read, write, and speak fluent English.

Pay Range : $37.00 - $52.00 - pay per visit / unit $58,400 - $80,000 per year base pay.

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Description of Benefits : Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides 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, and many other opportunities.

About Us : About CenterWell Home Health : CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.

About CenterWell, a Humana company : CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional, and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc., CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first for our teammates, patients, communities, and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs, and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.

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.