Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

About the role

NHC Home Care Merritt Island is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team. The Physical Therapist will supervise and participate in the application of physical therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with physical disabilities, injuries, or diseases.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises physical therapy services.
• Provides physical therapy services as ordered by the referring physician and delegates appropriate portions of the treatment program to the licensed physical therapy assistant.
• Instructs the physical therapy staff in their delegated functions including precautions, special problems, contraindications, anticipated progress goals and plan for re-evaluation.
• Evaluates, plans and supervises treatments and programs including the establishment of short-term and long-term goals for patients as approved by the physician with periodic re-evaluations.
• Maintains patient care records as designated by the HomeCare agency, assuring that third party reimbursement qualifications are met, as well as all state/federal requirements.
• Consults with family members, physicians, and other health care professionals, as appropriate.
• Participates in in-service training for physical therapy.
• Checks for safety, care and cleaning of equipment.
• Serves as Utilization Review and/or Advisory Board Member as requested by Administrator/Director.
• Contributes to physical therapy related CQI, as requested.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences to maintain continuity of patient care.
• Provides physical therapy services in accordance with all NHC HomeCare policies and procedures and state and federal guidelines.
• Maintains knowledge base of HomeCare physical therapy procedures and regulations as well as professional standards through attendance at workshops, inservices and individual research and reading.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of a BS or MS level course in physical therapy as accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must be licensed or registered under the statutes of the state in which the physical therapist will be practicing.
• One year’s experience in a supervisory role preferred.
• Active member of the state and national Physical Therapy Association preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a BS or MS level course in physical therapy as accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed or registered under the statutes of the state in which the physical therapist will be practicing.
• One year’s experience in a supervisory role preferred.
• Active member of the state and national Physical Therapy Association preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.

Benefits

NHC Home Care Merritt Island offers a competitive compensation structure based on experience and visit type, ranging from $60 to $145 per visit.

Pay

$60 - $145 per visit based on experience and visit type.

Schedule

PRN Pay Per Visit.