Job Title: Physical Therapist
Profession: PT
Specialty: Home Health
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Hours per Shift: 8 hours
Experience: Minimum 2 years in a healthcare setting
License: Current PT license required
Certifications: BLS required
Must-Have:
Experience in home health and OASIS is required.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in varied home environments.
Description:
Position involves providing physical therapy services in homes, assisted living facilities, senior apartments, and board and care homes.
The therapist will manage 3 to 5 patients per day depending on the visit type.
Two Start of Care visits are expected daily among evaluations.
Use of a charting system is necessary for documentation purposes.
Diagnoses treated include orthopedic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, oncology, neurological, and geriatric conditions.
Supervision of up to 2 PTA/COTAs is required.
Flexibility is needed to work in different territories.
No specific skills are absolutely required, but adaptability to varied home environments is essential.
Dress code is business professional with closed-toe shoes.
Weekend and holiday work may be required.
A robust orientation process is included.