Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health

CenterWell Senior Primary Care

. Administer the physical therapy treatment plan in patients' homes as developed by the Physical Therapist .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeAurora • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,000 - $87,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering physical therapy treatment plans, providing therapeutic exercises, and utilizing various modalities to enhance patient recovery. Strong collaboration with healthcare professionals and adherence to infection control protocols are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Current State License To Practice Physical TherapyCPR CertificationExperience Collaborating With Healthcare ProfessionalsKnowledge Of Geriatric Population ChangesPersonal Vehicle Liability Insurance

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Hard Skills

Manual Therapeutic ExercisesTherapeutic MassageTractionHeat ModalitiesLight ModalitiesCold ModalitiesWater ModalitiesElectrical ModalitiesClinical DocumentationInfection Control Concepts

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Physical TherapyHome CareGeriatric PopulationPatient MobilityStrength Recovery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer the physical therapy treatment plan in patients' homes as developed by the Physical Therapist
Provide active and passive manual therapeutic exercises
Provide therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities
Document client records and submit clinical documentation weekly
Attend educational meetings and coordinate department in-services
Report equipment failures, supply shortages, and staff or client changes
Apply infection control concepts and universal precautions
Help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through personalized home care

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current state license to practice Physical Therapy
Valid driver's license
Auto insurance and reliable transportation
Current CPR certification
Experience collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals
Comprehensive knowledge of physical, emotional, social, and biological changes in the geriatric population
Read, write, and speak fluent English
Valid state driver's license and personal vehicle liability insurance
Preferred: One year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Company and personal holidays
Paid parental and caregiver leave
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
TB screening program
Educational meetings and department in-services