Home Health Physical Therapist

Job Summary

The role reports to the Director of Professional Services and is responsible for providing medically prescribed, goal-oriented therapy in accordance with the Physician Plan of Care, company policies, and professional Standards of Practice.

Essential Functions of Position

• Participate in the development of patient physical therapy plans of care.
• Conduct patient visits for assessments and evaluations, and communicate with the physician before the start of care as needed.
• Implement the plan of care, document the care, and submit paperwork accurately and timely to update and maintain patient medical records.
• Provide education and instruction to team members, patients, and their families.
• Participate in agency quality assessment performance improvement (QAPI) programs.
• Accept other assignments deemed appropriate.
• Ensure the growth and profitability of the company through the responsible use of company resources and by educating the community about services.
• Participate in regularly scheduled interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate patient and family care, exchange information, problem-solve, and receive staff support and education.
• Apply agency policies and procedures, and adhere to the rules and regulations of federal and state regulatory agencies and other certified agencies in providing care.
• Provide skilled restorative treatments for pain reduction, development/restoration/maintenance of functions, including treatments using moist heat whirlpool (portable), paraffin baths, gait training, ultrasound electrical muscle stimulation, test and measurements for ROM (use of goniometer), instruct/establish/supervise exercise programs, prosthetic training, balance, coordination training, cardiovascular rehab, and instruction in home safety.
• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patient needs, including outcome and information set (OASIS) assessment at appropriate time points.
• Evaluate outcomes of care.
• Direct and supervise Physical Therapist Assistant, Certified Nursing Aide, and Home Health Aide in care given to patients, and provide supervisory visits as necessary.
• Willingly accept direction from Director of Professional Services, Patient Care Coordinator, or Rehabilitation Supervisor.

Skills

Required Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and methodology of physical therapy appropriate for terminally ill patients.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage patient care with specific knowledge and experience in bedside nursing, symptom management, crisis intervention, and family intervention.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain rapport with patients, families, and staff.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• One year or more work experience in physical therapy in a multidisciplinary setting is preferred.

Schedule Notes

Monday-Friday 8a-5p. No call. 60-mile travel radius. HCHB required. Estimated 6 patients per day.