Physical Therapist, PT - Per Diem

We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care that will help change patient's lives for the better at the comfort of their homes. 

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents, under orders from a physician, through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures designed to restore loss of muscle strength, coordination and body alignment, to relieve pain and to improve movement and function. The Physical Therapist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled procedures, and ongoing evaluation for clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
  • Completes initial assessments within forty-eight (48) hours of referral unless other arrangements are made.]
  • Completes comprehensive assessments including OASIS data set within forty-eight (48) hours of referral for speech therapy services unless other arrangements are made.
  • Develops a therapy care plan to provide direction to other health team members involved in the plan of care. Reviews and updates per Agency policy and client need.
  • Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and outcomes and submits documentation to the Agency within seven (7) days or per Agency policy.
  • Communicates plans and changes to the physician and to the client Case Manager and other caregivers through the care plan, progress notes, and participation in care conferences.
  • Communicates changes in schedule and physician orders to the office on the day the changes are made.
• Implements teaching appropriate to the client’s needs and within the context of his/her environment and learning ability.
  • Assesses knowledge level of client and identifies learning needs.
  • Plans, teaches, supervises, and counsels clients about their physical therapy needs to promote improvement or recovery, symptom management of disease process, and community resources.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching plan and establishes care plan for others to follow in teaching the client.
  • Attends and actively contributes to interdisciplinary team or other required meetings.
  • Shares areas of expertise among and between teams. Initiates interdisciplinary referrals.
  • Participates in discharge planning and documents this in client record.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the ongoing quality improvement process.
  • Serves on the Clinical Record Review Committee.
  • Uses OASIS assessment tool and outcome reports to improve therapy services and client outcomes.
  • Participates with interdisciplinary team to assure consistency in data collection methods.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Recognizes and responds to potentially unsafe situations.
  • Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
  • Assesses safety of environment and takes initiative to help prevent accidents and promote safety.
• Supervises applicable home care team members.
  • Performs in-home supervision of home health aides and physical therapy assistants as directed and according to Agency policy.
  • Evaluates employee performance and provides timely reviews as delegated.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
• Performs job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
  • Provides services in accordance with applicable state, federal, CHAP, and JCAHO standards.
  • Attends meetings and required educational programs.
  • Accepts responsibility for personal and professional development and identifies learning/developmental needs to supervisor.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy program.
• Has a current license/registration as a Physical Therapist in the state(s) of practice.
• Minimum of two (2) year’s experience in health care field. Home care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements with good driving record.