Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We care for our patients like they are our own family.

Job Description

• Provide home-based therapy care for patients as directed by the attending physician.
• Interact with patients' families while caring for your patients and experience the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey.
• Provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician.
• Educate patients and their family members and ensure the safety of the patient.
• Complete accurate documentation and remain compliant with all legal rules and regulations.
• Perform OASIS assessments to develop an individualized plan of care and make adjustments as needs change.
• Develop a plan of care and help decrease re-hospitalizations by front-loading visits for high-risk patients.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Promote continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Counsel patients and families on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of physical therapy.
• Instruct patients and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Oversee and supervise therapy services of patients provided by PTAs and when appropriate, nurse assistants.
• Communicate with the PTAs and nurse aides on supervisory visit results.
• Complete all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.

Requirements

• Physical Therapist with a current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a PT in an acute setting is required.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers.
• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

Benefits

• $20,000 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive financial incentives on a pay-per-visit model; the more visits you make, the more you will earn.
• Mileage reimbursement and bonus opportunities.
• Flexible schedules with support from a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you.
• Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company-paid life insurance, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

Health Qualifications

• Must be able to meet all physical position requirements. Evidence required of a current negative tuberculin skin test or x-ray or receive TB testing at the date of orientation. Thereafter an annual tuberculin skin test is required unless the employee has documentation of a previous TB test. Employee must be free of physical/medical conditions that would limit or restrict their ability to perform the job functions listed.

Essential Functions

• Drive to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.
• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
• Document all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits. Document all aspects of start of care visits within 48 hours of visits.
• Establish and follow plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapist, per the state of employment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.