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*Position Description:*

Home Health setting doing homecare visits. Under the general guidance of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, provides physical therapy services to homecare patients of the agency, under the direction and written orders of a physician. The physical therapist (PT) works within the scope of practice as defined by the NYS Education Department for physical therapists. The PT practices duties in a manner that is compliant with federal, state, local codes, rules and regulations, and law. The Physical Therapist must have a license to practice Physical Therapy in NY state.

*Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*

* Evaluates the degree of function and disability of patients unless contraindicated by their professional judgement or a doctor's written order.
* Develops a treatment plan based on patient evaluation and physician's orders, designated to maximize independent, functional mobility.
* Performs physical therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician.
* Records on patients charts all physical therapy evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, consultation and discharge summaries within the time frames established by policy and procedure. Completes documentation by the end of the day on which the visit was made.
* Performs the Comprehensive Assessment (OASIS) at the appropriate time points, and performs aide orientations and biweekly supervisions.
* Assesses the need for adjunct services, if not already involved, to achieve desired patient outcomes, e.g. SLP, OT, MSW, Aide, Skilled Nursing.
* Educates the patient and family in the therapy process and treatment.
* Participates with other personnel in the formulation of the patient's total plan of care, and confers with the clinical team.
* Consults with the physician on a regular basis regarding the therapy plan of care and patient progress.
* Develops or assists in the development of physical therapy policies and procedures.
* Assists in the instruction of agency staff as needed.
* Performs other appropriate duties as needed.
* Timely and accurate documentation as evidenced by clinical record audits and the appropriate submission of required documentation.

*Qualifications:*

* Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy.
* Licensed and currently registered by New York State Education Department as a Physical Therapist.
* At least two years of supervised clinical experience.
* Understands the principles, techniques, and practices of physical therapy.
* Understands the operation and maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in physical therapy.
* Understands the pathological conditions and socioeconomic factors affecting a patient's disabilities.
* Competent clinical skills as evidenced by the successful completion of a skills checklist appropriate to the area of work, upon hire and every year after.
* Possess a current NYS driver's license and reliable transportation to/from work assignments.
* High degree of confidentiality required.

*Physical Requirements:*

* Physical demands may include but are not limited to lifting, bending, standing and transferring patients (with equipment when necessary).
* Requires use of computer for a minimum of 25% of the work hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person