Urgently Need Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, Full Time in Riverhead, NY

Job title: Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, Full Time

Company: CenterWell Home Health

Job description: Description



CenterWell Home Health serves over 85,000 patients each day, with more than 350 locations across 38 states. As part of Humana?s Home Solutions business, we are bringing better care continuity and health outcomes into the home. We put patients at the center of everything we do, while working in collaboration with healthcare providers to bring multi-disciplinary care to the most appropriate or convenient setting. The result is easy, comprehensive and personalized care that helps patients lead healthier, happier lives.



The Physical Therapy Assistant 2 provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. The Physical Therapy Assistant 2 performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative/operational/customer support assignments. Performs computations. Typically works on semi-routine assignments.



Responsibilities



The Physical Therapy Assistant 2 examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Decisions are typically focus on interpretation of area/department policy and methods for completing assignments. Works within defined parameters to identify work expectations and quality standards, but has some latitude over prioritization/timing, and works under minimal direction. Follows standard policies/practices that allow for some opportunity for interpretation/deviation and/or independent discretion.



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 Kindred at Home 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.

Together, we can raise the bar on home healthcare



CenterWell? Home Health (formerly Kindred at Home), is one of the nation?s leading providers of home care, with an incredible team of compassionate clinicians who deliver high-quality, specialty care to patients. Many of our clinicians live in the same neighborhoods they serve ? providing the much-needed care to people in their community.



As a company, we strive to lead by example and show employees the same compassion and care we expect them to show patients. We provide employees the resources, stability, and job flexibility they truly deserve. We help them fulfill their personal and professional goals while enjoying industry-leading benefits, competitive salaries, opportunities for career and professional growth, and a healthy work/life balance.



Part of Humana?s Home Solution business



CenterWell Home Health cares for nearly 80,000 patients every day in over 350 locations, across 38 states. As part of Humana Inc., we create experiences that put patients at the center, working in collaboration with healthcare providers to bring multidisciplinary care directly to the comfort and safety of home. The result is easy, comprehensive and personalized care that helps patients lead healthier, happier lives.



Caring for people who care for our patients



Experience has shown us that supporting and nurturing employees helps them become the best version of themselves and more compassionate, committed home health professionals. That?s why CenterWell Home Health never stops working to improve the employee experience. Our people are our greatest resource, and we are committed to creating an environment they enjoy stepping into every day.



World-class employee benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package


• 50% matching 401(k) contributions up to 6%


• Career advancement opportunities


• Tuition reimbursement program


• Advanced Continuing Education (CE) accredited training

Scheduled Weekly Hours



40



Pay 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 decisions will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.



$68,300 - $93,950 per year



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.

Expected salary: $68300 - 93950 per year

Location: Riverhead, NY

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