What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Specialist position at Well Care Home Health of the Lowcountry, Inc.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to join our team at Well Care Home Health of the Lowcountry, Inc. As a Physical Therapist with our company, you will have the opportunity to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds, providing individualized care and rehabilitation services.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will be a licensed Physical Therapist with a passion for delivering high-quality patient care. You will work under the supervision of our Clinical Manager and be responsible for assessing, interpreting, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment and Treatment: Assess patients' physical abilities and develop personalized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, and overall function.
- Communication and Documentation: Effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care coordination and accurate documentation of patient progress.
- Program Development and Operations: Assist in developing and implementing programs to promote efficient and productive operations within the agency.
- Schedule Management: Maintain and adjust schedules to enhance agency performance and meet the needs of patients.
- Culture and Values: Demonstrate daily commitment to agency values and promote a positive, supportive work environment.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program from a reputable university.
- Licensure/Certifications: Licensure in the state providing therapy (NC/SC); CPR certification.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapist.
- Technical/Motor Skills: Knowledge of home health and physical therapy procedures; ability to manipulate patient care and evaluation equipment.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals in a professional and positive manner.
- Essential Physical Requirements: Significant locomotion; frequent lifting over 50#; transferring patients over 100#; repeated reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
- Essential Mental Abilities: Ability to apply physical therapy clinical principles and use professional reasoning to develop treatment programs.
- Essential Sensory Requirements: Ability to see and communicate clearly.
- Hours of Work: 40 hour work weeks; variable Monday-Friday; weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Population Served: Adolescents, adults, geriatrics, and pediatrics.
- Driver's License: Valid North Carolina driver's license and operational vehicle required.
