Role: The Home Health Physical Therapist provides comprehensive physical therapy services, including assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions, within an interdisciplinary environment that upholds professional, ethical standards, and quality improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities: Supervise positions such as Physical Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aids. Contribute to program development, quality improvement, and productivity enhancement by collaborating flexibly across disciplines.
Qualifications & Skills: Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations, including lifting loads of up to 50 pounds, making frequent physical movements, and handling emergency situations. Required to wear protective gear and work with potential exposure to infectious diseases and chemicals. Physical activities involve sitting, walking, standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and twisting, with activity levels varying from occasional to continuous. Visual and hearing acuity are essential for effective performance.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
- Sufficient strength, mobility, stamina, and flexibility for patient care and physical activity
- Adaptability to work irregular hours and handle emergency situations
- Willingness to wear protective equipment and work in potentially hazardous environments