What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - San Antonio / Floresville TX position at CareerNation?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care in assisted living facilities and home health environments. This role is essential in helping patients recover from injuries, improve mobility, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.
The Physical Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, evaluation of level of function, development of the treatment plan (revising as necessary), preparation of clinical and progress notes, advising consultation of family and other agency personnel, and participation in in-service programs. The Physical Therapy Assistant will support the Physical Therapist in treating the patient, communicating with the primary therapist, and all documentation as necessary.
A candidate must:
- Assist the physician in evaluating the level of function, disability, injury, or disease process of individual patients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests.
- Provide treatment as ordered by the attending physician to relieve pain. Develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance using therapy modalities.
- Observe, record, and report the patient's reaction to the therapy program or any changes in the patient's condition.
- Interpret, plan, establish, and exercise proper treatment program in accordance with the physician's referral, periodically reviewing the patient's program and response and making recommendations to the physician relative to the need of continuing or discontinuing the physical therapy treatment.
- Instruct, teach, and supervise patients, their families, and other health team personnel regarding physical therapy procedures as related to the patient's therapy program.
- Evaluate the home environment and make appropriate recommendations.
- Document each visit to the patient and incorporate notes into the clinical record
Qualifications
- License to practice as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant in Texas
- Current CPR certification
- Valid Driver's License
- Experience in Home Health preferred, not required
- Must have at least 1 year experience as a practicing PT or PTA
