What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at LUCENT HEALTH, Home Health Services?
Physical Therapist (PT) – (PRN)
We are currently seeking a qualified individual to join the Lucent Health, Home Health Services team. Someone who has experience, knowledge, and leadership skills, who is dedicated and passionate about their career and the communities we serve, and who is looking for growth and advancement.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide skilled Physical Therapy services, on an intermittent basis, to patients, in their homes, in accordance with physician orders.
- Provide initial, and ongoing, comprehensive assessments of the patient’s needs, including Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) assessments.
- Assist in development, and implementation, of the interdisciplinary patient care plan, as it pertains to Physical Therapy.
- Assist the physician in evaluating patients, by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests.
- Instruct patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes and prosthetic, and orthotic devices.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and paraprofessionals, as per Agency policy.
- Record, and report to the physician, the patient's reaction to treatment and /or any changes in the patient's condition.
- Write clinical/progress notes, on the date of the visit, and incorporate same, in the patient's record, within 48 hours.
- Participate in case conferences, physical therapy staff meetings, Agency activities, and in-service programs, as necessary.
- Participate with staff, patients, and physicians in discharge planning activities and complete a Physical Therapy Discharge Summary.
Job Conditions
- The ability to drive and the ability to access patients’ homes, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, are required.
- Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and to perform patient care.
- On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach, and move patient weights up to 250 pounds, lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds.
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of a Physical Therapist education program.
- Must be licensed, or registered, by the state of Florida.
- Must have, at least, one year of home health experience.
- Must have a criminal background check.
- Must have current CPR certification.
About LUCENT HEALTH, LLC
Lucent Health is a premier healthcare provider based in the Daytona Beach area, providing in-home services in Volusia and Flagler counties. We are locally owned and operated by professional healthcare advocates with many years of caring experience.
Lucent Health is a Licensed Florida Home Health Agency certified by Medicare and nationally accredited by Accreditation Commission for Health Care providing many types of Skilled Home Health services and Rehabilitation Solutions.
Please visit our website at www.lucenthealthcare.com
Lucent Health is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Pay:
Different pay scales based on service provided
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Home health: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
