Home Care Physical Therapist - Full Time

About Us

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details

• Schedule: Full-Time M-F 8am-4:30pm 80 hrs bi-weekly - No Weekends & No Holidays
• Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $48.00 - $58.00 per hour depending on years of experience.
• Benefits: Team members working full-time are eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k with up to 6% match, paid holidays, paid time off for Sick & Safe time, mileage reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive assessments and treatment planning to effectively meet patient's goals and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results, determining treatment plans in consultation with physicians, and by prescription.
• Helps patients accomplish treatment plan and secures necessary supplies and adaptive equipment for patients to facilitate independence.
• Administers therapy statements according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician. Directs treatments given by aides and assistants.
• Evaluates effects of therapy treatments by observing, documenting and evaluating patient's progress, recommends and implements adjustments and modifications.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers and other health care workers. Contributes to patient care conferences.
• Ensures continuations of therapeutic plan by designing and instructing patients, families and caregivers in home exercise programs. Recommends and/or provides assistive equipment.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient record. Provides accurate and detailed record of services rendered for billing purposes.
• Supervises and develops the physical therapy staff. Maintains professional and technical knowledge.
• Fulfills driving requirements: Local Travel and Driver’s License Required
• Maintains professional licenses/certifications.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
• Previous experience working as a Physical Therapist
• Current license, state certification, or registered as a Physical Therapist in good standing
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Able to be flexible and adaptable to changing situations including able to work irregular hours, attend meetings and special events
• Able to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
• 2+ years previous experience in home health, hospice or senior care