Our client is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist for their Harrisburg territory. This role operates on a high-yield Pay Per Visit (PPV) model, offering some of the most competitive rates in the Susquehanna Valley.
As a Home Health PT, you will be the clinical lead for patients recovering in their own homes. This is a role for a therapist who enjoys autonomy, values one-on-one patient interaction, and wants to see the direct impact of their interventions on a patient's daily life and safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Assessments: Perform comprehensive OASIS evaluations to determine the patients functional baseline and establish a rehabilitative plan of care.
- Therapeutic Interventions: Provide skilled physical therapy, including gait training, strengthening, and balance exercises tailored to the home environment.
- Patient Safety: Conduct home safety assessments to identify fall risks and recommend necessary modifications or assistive devices.
- Interdisciplinary Care: Collaborate with Physicians, RNs, and Occupational Therapists to ensure a coordinated approach to the patient's recovery goals.
- Efficient Documentation: Utilize a mobile EMR system to document patient progress accurately and timely at the point of care.
Qualifications
- Licensure: Active, unencumbered Physical Therapist (PT) license in the state of Pennsylvania.
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience required; Home Health or Geriatric experience is a significant plus.
- Compliance: Active BLS certification and a valid PA driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Skills: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a field-based setting.