Theres home care and then theres BayCare HomeCare!

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy thats built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Home Care Physical Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community.

Position details:

• Location: BayCare HomeCare Leesburg
• Home visits in assigned service area: Leesburg, The Villages, Fruitland Park, and surrounding areas
• Status: Full Time, exempt
• Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Weekend Work: Occasional
• On Call: No

When you become a BayCare Physical Therapist, we support your personal and professional growth by offering a range of benefits, educational opportunities and a healthy work-life balance.

• Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more

AND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Home Care Physical Therapist responsibilities include:

• Evaluates and develops specific treatment programs for individual patients based on their needs and in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Responsible for providing the appropriate level of clinical direction for Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Plans, implements, manages and evaluates the provision of both professional and ancillary home health services (direct care and case management) to ensure that all patients needs are met and quality care provided in accordance with Federal, State, JCAHO and program guidelines.
• Manages the activities of the multi-disciplinary team providing care to the patient.
• Monitors the provision of therapeutic services through written and verbal communication with all disciplines.
• Develops, implements, and carries out a discharge plan in conjunction with the patient, family/caregiver and members of the health care team.
• Interprets agency policy to patients/families.
• Reviews patients visits weekly and provides plan to Home Care Supervisor and scheduler, including anticipated weekend visits.
• Informs scheduler of any schedule changes and communicates caseload and patient care issues to Home Care Supervisor.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree Physical Therapy
• Physical Therapist State of Florida License
• 1 year Physical Therapist experience
• Basic Life Support
• Drivers License (Florida driver's license is required within 30 days of hire)
• Preferred Masters Degree Physical Therapy

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