Physical Therapist

About the role

A Registered Physical Therapist (PT) administers 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.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a physical therapist curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, or the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association and American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current licensure in the state(s) of practice.
• Two (2) years experience preferred.
• Acceptance of the philosophy and goals of this Agency.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Provide physician‑prescribed physical therapy.
• Improve or minimize residual physical disabilities of the patient.
• Return the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient's capabilities.
• Participate with all other health‑care personnel in patient care planning.
• Direct and supervise personnel as required.
• Take initial history and make initial evaluation.
• Perform all skilled procedures as ordered by physician.
• Consult with physicians regarding changes in treatment.
• Write reports to physicians regarding patient’s progress.
• Instruct patients and family/significant others in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Participate in in‑service programs and present in‑service programs as assigned.
• Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Attend all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Assist physician with evaluating level of function.
• Help develop the plan of care and revise as necessary.
• Consult with family and Agency personnel.
• Complete and submit OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency‑defined time frames.
• Appropriately utilize ICD‑9 codes.

Working Environment

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

Job Relationship

• Supervised by: Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor
• Workers supervised: Physical Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide as assigned

Risk Exposure

High risk.

Lifting Requirements

• Ability to participate in physical activity.
• Ability to work for extended periods while standing and being involved in physical activity.
• Heavy lifting.
• Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.