What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Home Health Physical Therapist PT - Gresham/NE Portland position at Signature Healthcare at Home?
Overview
Now Hiring!
Full-Time Home Health Physical Therapist
Coverage area: NE Portland, Gresham, Troutdale, Fairview and Wood Village Area
Office Location:
Signature Healthcare at Home
7632 SW Durham Rd, Suite 100
Tigard, OR 97224
Benefits Offered:
- Cell phone and PPE/Medical Supplies
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Up to 4 weeks of PTO per year
- 6 paid holidays (Memorial Day, Labor Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day)
- Accrued Sick Leave Bucket, up to 8 days per year
- 401K Plan goes into effect 90 days of employment, matching program
- Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.
- Continuing Education Reimbursement Program and higher education reimbursement
- Fitness/Physical Activity Reimbursement
- Mental Health Wellness Webinars
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- MedBridge Account for Continuing and Compliance Education
Please apply on line for this position here: https://signature-careers.com
Responsibilities
The Home Health Physical Therapist/PT provides rehabilitative and skilled physical therapy services to patients in their place of residence.
- Make initial evaluation visits to patients and develop and implement an appropriate plan of care
- Use various tests to determine patient’s individualized needs including mobility, ambulation, stability, balance, and strength and endurance
- Perform manual and functional therapy exercises and activities with the patient
- Complete safety assessments of the patient’s residence, providing recommendations to multidisciplinary staff, family and caregivers
- Instruct and educate families and caregivers in the use of therapy, prosthetic, and orthotic devices
- Instruct and supervise Signature caregivers, CNA’s, and PTA’s
- Revise patient’s plan of care as necessary, and document clinical and progress notes the day of service
Qualifications/Skillsets
- Graduate of a CAPTE accredited physical therapy education program
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a PT in this state
- Current CPR Certification
- Minimum 1 year recent work experience as a PT
- Must have a valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance
- Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers
- Ability to meet productivity expectations, organize tasks and manage time effectively
- Work independently without supervision, and use good judgment in difficult situations
- Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages
Please apply on line for this position here: https://signature-careers.com
Or contact:
LaDawn FronapelSignature Healthcare At Home - Sr. Talent Acquistion SpecialistE: ladawn.fronapel@sighch.comC: 503-756-5453
Signature Healthcare at Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
