Physical Therapist (PT)

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.               

Note: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), require COVID-19 vaccinations for all Medicare and Medicaid certified providers.  Based on this regulation, all of our employees must be fully vaccinated or have a valid exemption.

Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as a Physical Therapist (PT) with Alternate Solutions Health Network. You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population.  You'll provide home-based therapy care for patients as directed by the attending physician. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey.

WHAT WE OFFER:
We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives.  On a pay per visit model, the more visits you make, the more you will earn!  We pay mileage and have bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.  Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance, and eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

As a Physical Therapist (PT) you will provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician. You will educate patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. You are accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES:

• A Physical Therapist (PT) with a current license in the state of employment.

• Minimum of one year of experience as an PT in an acute setting is required.

• Home care experience is desired, but not required.

• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.

• Detail-oriented and observant.

• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver. 

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Provides skilled physical therapy in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician

• Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency staff

• Completes initial evaluation and admission visit within 48-72 hours of referral

• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.

• Arranges the provision of services listed above on an outpatient basis which cannot be given in the patient’s home

• Promotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers and discharges

• Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices

• Oversees and supervises therapy services of patient provided by PTAs and when appropriate, nurse assistants

• Evaluates the POC based on patient response to treatment/medical condition and adjusts as needed.

• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines

• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education

• Completes chart audits at agency site location as requested

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit.

• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.

• Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits. Documents all aspects of start of care visits within 48 hours of visits.

• Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.

We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.  Apply today!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.