Home Health Physical Therapist

Major Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy evaluations.
• Participates in the development of the Plan of Care.
• Provides physical therapy treatments, procedures, evaluations and diagnostic tests for clients under the direction of their physician for whom therapy has been medically prescribed.
• Translates all exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living.
• Provides instructions in the use and care of assistive devices.
• Develops needed plans for modifying equipment, appliances and the physical surroundings in client's homes.
• Presents clinical and progress notes.
• Reports to physician and the Case Manager the client's response to treatment or change in condition.
• Maintains appropriate records including frequency of visits and client's response.
• Instructs and supervises PTAs, and HHAs when appropriate.
• Provides inservice education programs for company staff as requested.
• Participates in Case Conferences as indicated.
• Provides families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate clients in their progress.
• Instructs client's family on home physical therapy program.
• Aids individuals and families to accept and adjust positively to physical, mental and social limitations.
• Participates in the development of community resources to meet the needs of clients.
• Maintains positive and effective communication with all staff and others.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program;
• Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Minnesota;
• Have at least two (2) years experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience;
• Home care experience preferred;
• Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation in order to travel to multiple company business stops a day;
• A valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business;
• Proof of negative mantoux or documentation of negative chest x-ray;
• Current CPR certification is highly recommended;
• Have U.S. Citizenship or evidence of valid Alien Work Permit;
• Discloses any conviction and criminal history records pertaining to any crime related to the provision of health services.

Benefits

• Opportunity for Productivity Bonuses in Addition to Base Salary;
• Ability to Manage Your Schedule;
• Mileage Reimbursement;
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Pet Insurance;
• 401K 100% Vested Upon Eligibility;
• Major Benefits:
• Healthcare coverage;
• Retirement savings plan;
• Employee assistance program;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Work-life balance initiatives.