Job Summary:
The physical therapist is a qualified professional person who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides physical therapy services to patients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician. Qualifications: (preferred unless required by law) Graduate of a school of physical therapy approved by: • The state department of higher education • The American Physical Therapy Association; or • The Council of Medical Education of the AMA in collaboration with the Physical Therapy Association; or • The Council on Medical Education of Hospitals for the AMA • Licensed or registered by the state • Preference of at least one year of institutional experience Responsibilities: • Assists the physician in evaluating patients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests • Treats patients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance. • Makes arrangements for outpatient services which cannot be given in the home • Records and reports to the physician the patient’s reaction to treatment and/or any changes in the patient’s condition. • Educates patients and their families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.) • Attends physical therapy staff meetings and in-service presentations • Attends case conferences and in-service programs as indicated. • Supervises the physical therapy assistant as indicated. • Prepares an assessment of the patient’s condition and periodic evaluations and summaries, develops a plan of care and problem list, and writes clinical/progress notes on the date of the visit and incorporates same in the patient’s record no less than weekly • Participates in the developments and periodic revision of the physician’s plan of treatment. • Communicates effectively with those providing care. • Confirms, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits with the DCS/case manager to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel. • Notifies office staff and supervisor of absences due to illness, emergency leave, normal vacation periods, or special professional meetings, which will affect agreed services with the company.
Job Types: Full-time, PRN
Pay: From $80.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Home health: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
Work Location: On the road