We are looking for a Registered Physical Therapist (PT) administer physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
- Provides physician prescribed physical therapy.
- Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
- Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
- Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
- Directs and supervises PTA personnel as required.
- Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation.
- Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician.
- Consults with physicians regarding change in treatment.
- Writes reports to physicians regarding the patient's progress.
- Instructs patients and family/significant others in home programs and activities of daily living.
- Participates in inservice programs and presents inservice programs as assigned.
- Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
- Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
- Prepares clinical and progress notes in Kinnser in a timely manner.
- Assists the physician with evaluating level of function.
- Helps develop the plan of care and revise as necessary.
- Consults with family and Agency personnel.
- Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency defined time frames.
- Appropriately utilizes ICD-10 codes.
Skills:
- Proven work experience as a physical therapist
- Intensive education and clinical expertise
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Drive to continually learn and grow
- Professional behavior
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Valid license to practice physical therapy
- Graduate degree or greater in physical therapy
- Proficient in Wellsky / Kinnser Agency Manager
Qualifications
- Currently have a Physical Therapy license to practice in California.
- A minimum of two years of patient care experience; preferable in the home health or hospice setting.
- Have a current CA drivers license.
- Spanish Speaking is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- JCAHO accredited facility
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any Home Health Experience?
- What is your area of coverage? (Carson, Torrance, South Gate, Maywood, Compton, etc.)
Work Location: On the road