Physical Therapist Home Care, Harford County

Provides evaluation and physical therapy treatment in accordance with agency standards, the laws and regulations governing the provision of physical therapy services in Maryland, the District of Columbia, or Virginia, and other regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and documents patients' and families' response to interventions.
• Evaluates measurable progress toward goals and revises the plan of care.
• Identifies and modifies underlying factors that impede progress toward goals; makes recommendations for updates in plan of care using knowledge of interventions and resources.
• Establishes and documents a teaching plan for patients/families based on patients' level of knowledge, diagnosis, prescribed treatment, and available resources.
• Communicates (verbal, written, demonstration) respectfully with patients/families, supervisor, peers, and other health team members.
• Establishes visit schedule and informs patient/family and team supervisor.
• Contributes to the achievement of established goals and objectives; adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards.
• Completes annual Code of Conduct, Compliance, and other mandatory training.
• Implements an effective physical therapy treatment plan in conjunction with the patient, their family/caregiver, the patient's physician, and other members of the health care team; modifies treatment plan as needed.
• Performs evaluations including interview, observation, palpation, and specialized assessments (e.g., goniometry, muscle strength testing, sensory testing) using tools such as goniometer, sphygmomanometer, and stethoscope.
• Independently implements and documents plan of care for patients with routine to complex problems to facilitate continuity of care; interventions reflect the standard of care for patient condition/diagnosis and utilize agency and community resources.
• Performs therapy interventions consistent with home care protocols, reflecting knowledge of standard home care supplies and equipment.
• Independently organizes patient assignments for completion of tasks within acceptable time frames; seeks assistance for complex patient problems.
• Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data, and prepares reports on activities; submits completed admission records within 48 hours and daily records within 24 hours with 95% accuracy on technical audit.
• Ensures recertification is completed prior to recertification date; maintains caseload mix and productivity for acuity level of patients.
• Initiates and participates in regularly scheduled case conferences, including all disciplines; includes patient and family in mutual goal setting and care plan revision.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Participates in meetings, committees, and represents the department and agency in community outreach efforts.
• Enhances growth and development and enriches personal knowledge and skill through participation in educational programs and affiliations.
• Performs history and assessment related to episode of patient illness to determine habilitation/rehabilitation needs.
• Recommends adaptive equipment and/or home modifications to maximize the patient's functional abilities and safety.
• Identifies primary patient problems from assessment and discharge planning needs, including referrals to appropriate community resources.
• Interprets abnormal clinical data to anticipate problems associated with changing patient status.
• Performs procedures and modalities including therapeutic exercise, functional mobility training, gait training, heat/cold application, and ultrasound.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• 1-2 years of clinical experience.
• Physical Therapist License to practice in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia (or any combination based on work location(s)).
• Valid State Driver's License in good standing with a dependable vehicle for transportation.
• CPR certification for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 days of hire.
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Skills

• Good clinical skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of home equipment, home care reimbursement, and regulations governing PTAs.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Smartphone experience.

Pay

This position has a hiring range of USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 per year.