Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

CenterWell Home Health is a respected healthcare provider specializing in delivering personalized, comprehensive home care services tailored to patients recovering from injury, illness, surgery, hospitalization, or managing chronic conditions. Affiliated with Humana Inc., a leading healthcare services company listed on the NYSE under the ticker HUM, CenterWell focuses on providing integrated and differentiated patient experiences. These experiences emphasize accessibility, high-quality care, and personalization to put patients at the center of all operations. The company’s dedicated team includes nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers who collaborate to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain their independence for healthier, happier lives. CenterWell stands as a leader in senior-focused primary care and home healthcare services, as well as a primary provider in home delivery, specialty, hospice, and retail pharmacy services, all oriented toward the holistic well-being of patients including physical, emotional, and social wellness.

As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant at CenterWell Home Health, you will be an integral part of this caring community, working under the supervision of the Clinical Manager. This full-time role requires a commitment of 40 scheduled weekly hours, paying between $64,000 and $87,500 annually based on skill, experience, location, and other qualifications. Additionally, there is a pay-per-visit/unit compensation range of $41.00 to $57.00, reflecting the direct visits and units delivered. This position involves administering personalized physical therapy treatments to patients in their homes, based on plans developed by licensed Physical Therapists. The goal is to help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in a comfortable and familiar environment, empowering them to overcome limitations and enjoy an improved quality of life.

Key responsibilities include administering active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and various modalities including traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical treatments. Accurate and timely clinical documentation and patient record maintenance are essential to ensure the continuity and quality of care. You will also attend educational meetings and coordinate department in-services to continuously improve care standards. Maintaining safety and infection control through proper application of universal precautions is critical in this patient-facing role. Strong communication with the Physical Therapist or Branch Director regarding equipment issues, supply needs, or changes in patient or staff status is expected to ensure smooth operation and optimum patient care.

The role demands a current state license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant, valid driver’s license with insurance, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. Experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary healthcare teams and understanding the unique physical, emotional, social, and biological needs of the geriatric population are crucial. Fluency in English is required to effectively communicate and document patient care activities. Preferred candidates will bring at least one year of prior experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Humana and CenterWell offer an extensive benefits package designed to support the whole-person well-being of their employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, participation in 401(k) retirement savings plans, paid time off covering company holidays, personal leave, volunteer time off, and paid parental and caregiver leave. In addition, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and other wellness programs contribute to ensuring employees are supported inside and outside the workplace.

CenterWell upholds a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, emphasizing non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. The company complies fully with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, ensuring all employment decisions are based solely on legitimate job requirements. Joining CenterWell means becoming part of a community devoted to making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.