Role Overview: The Physical Therapist provides patient-centered rehabilitative care within a home health setting across multiple counties. This role involves assessing, developing, and supervising individualized care plans for approximately 25-35 patients, ensuring age-appropriate interventions that address physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct Patient Care: Assess patients, develop and adjust care plans, and perform routine and complex therapy procedures in accordance with physician orders.
- Coordination: Supervise PTAs and Home Health Aides, coordinate care across disciplines, and communicate with physicians and team members to meet patient goals.
- Education: Educate patients and caregivers to promote independence and self-care, providing both verbal and written guidance.
- Documentation & Compliance: Complete accurate documentation per regulatory standards, including OASIS, and participate in performance improvement activities.
- Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training, orientation, and stay current with clinical practices and regulations.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
- Valid Physical Therapist license and BLS certification.
- Minimum 1 year of full-time PT experience, preferably in home health.
- Strong assessment, rehabilitation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with home health operations, documentation, and regulatory guidelines.
- Valid driver’s license and private vehicle insurance.
Additional Notes: The role involves travel within designated counties, participation in call rotations, and adherence to regulatory and safety standards to ensure quality patient care.