Physical Therapist
Northshore Home Health Care · Baraboo, WI · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of patients' conditions.
- Develops, revises, and evaluates individualized care plans involving patients and families.
- Performs therapeutic interventions using standard physical therapy techniques tailored to patient needs.
- Provides education to patients, families, and staff based on assessed needs.
- Participates in discharge planning, offering home instructions, equipment recommendations, and follow‑up care guidance.
- Supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and support staff.
- Maintains detailed documentation of patient responses and interventions.
- Works safely and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy or related field, with licensure eligibility.
- Strong communication skills for patient education and team collaboration.
- Ability to perform physical activities including standing, lifting, and patient handling.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.
Physical Requirements
- Constant standing, frequent lifting (0–25 lbs), walking, reaching, gripping, and data entry.
- Occasional bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and patient handling.