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Physical Therapist
Opportunity Criteria
Employment TypeFull Time
Salary Range
$75,000.00
to
$0.00
/ Year
Category
Physical Therapist
*Job Description Summary*
Responsible for assessments and treatment of patients. The therapist develops a plan of treatment which is approved by the physician. In the delivery of treatment, the therapist uses independent judgment based on common principles of pathophysiology and accepted standards of care. Works collaboratively with patients, families, other disciplines and other community agencies.
*Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities*
1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:
A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
C. Directing physical therapy treatment.
D. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
F. Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers
as necessary.
5. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
6. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
9. Provides inservice education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
10. Participates in peer consultation process.
11. Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
12. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
13. Other duties as assigned
*Professional Behavior:*
1. Demonstrates consistently the ability to use critical thinking skills for decision-making and problem solving.
2. Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and motivated; completes work and documentation in an organized and efficient manner.
3. Adheres to the Agency Mission, Values and Code of Conduct.
4. Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to all Agency policies and procedures.
5. Maintains and conserves Agency resources.
6. Represents the Agency in a professional manner both in appearance and behavior.
7. Maintains patient, co-worker and Agency privacy and confidentiality at all times.
8. Follows the Agency Corporate Compliance Plan and the Agency HIPAA Regulations.
9. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with individuals and within groups.
10. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with individuals and within groups.
11. Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility, self-control and maturity in job performance and behavior.
12. Assumes responsibility for pursuing and obtaining appropriate continuing education opportunities.
13. Continues to keep current on annual compliance training through the use of Relias.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Travel reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Responsible for assessments and treatment of patients. The therapist develops a plan of treatment which is approved by the physician. In the delivery of treatment, the therapist uses independent judgment based on common principles of pathophysiology and accepted standards of care. Works collaboratively with patients, families, other disciplines and other community agencies.
*Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities*
1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:
A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
C. Directing physical therapy treatment.
D. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
F. Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers
as necessary.
5. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
6. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
9. Provides inservice education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
10. Participates in peer consultation process.
11. Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
12. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
13. Other duties as assigned
*Professional Behavior:*
1. Demonstrates consistently the ability to use critical thinking skills for decision-making and problem solving.
2. Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and motivated; completes work and documentation in an organized and efficient manner.
3. Adheres to the Agency Mission, Values and Code of Conduct.
4. Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to all Agency policies and procedures.
5. Maintains and conserves Agency resources.
6. Represents the Agency in a professional manner both in appearance and behavior.
7. Maintains patient, co-worker and Agency privacy and confidentiality at all times.
8. Follows the Agency Corporate Compliance Plan and the Agency HIPAA Regulations.
9. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with individuals and within groups.
10. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with individuals and within groups.
11. Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility, self-control and maturity in job performance and behavior.
12. Assumes responsibility for pursuing and obtaining appropriate continuing education opportunities.
13. Continues to keep current on annual compliance training through the use of Relias.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Travel reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
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