Physical Therapist PRN PT

About the role

A Physical Therapist (PT) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence, following physician orders and the plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
• Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and caregiver education.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides as needed.
• Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners related to the current plan of care.
• Contributes to all phases of the QAPI program and participates in ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients.

Qualifications

• Current license in the state(s) of practice.
• Two (2) years of experience; home health experience preferred.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and reliable transportation.
• 100% travel required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate from a physical therapy 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 Physical Therapy Association.

Skills

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service.
• Ability to support the core values and goals of the Agency.
• Flexibility, initiative, and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Works in patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
• Requires considerable physical effort most of the day, including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes, and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring a 100‑pound patient.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices to meet essential duties.
• Must provide evidence of an annual TB test and other state‑required tests or examinations.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to elements such as odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions, and hazardous materials.