Physical Therapist

Overview

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Schedule: 8:00-5:00 PM, Every 4th weekend on-call

Agency: Genesis Home Care

Territory: Brownsville, Fultonham, East Fultonham, Glenford, Gratitot, Rushville, Corning, Hemlock, Junction City

• Provide home-based physical therapy services as ordered by the attending physician.
• Interact with patients and their families, contributing to a compassionate, quality care experience.
• Home care context provides real-world perspective on helping patients restore health.
• Drive to patient locations per scheduled visits and maintain thorough documentation consistent with agency protocols and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress to the attending physician and appropriate agency staff.
• Complete initial evaluation and admission visit within 48-72 hours of referral; develop and adjust the plan of care as needed.
• Promote continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Educate patients and families on disease/injury management and proper use of equipment; involve patient and family in care planning.
• Supervise therapy services provided by PTAs and, when appropriate, nurse assistants; coordinate with schedulers and other team members.
• Complete clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines; perform chart audits as requested.
• Participate in on-call requirements, case conferences, orientation/training of new employees, and mandatory agency meetings.

• Physical Therapist with a current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a PT in an acute setting is required.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers.
• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices; ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.
• Detail-oriented, observant, and disciplined with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

• Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit; daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
• Documents all aspects of visits within required time frames; adheres to plan of care within scope of practice.

Health Requirements:
Must be able to meet all physical position requirements. Evidence of a current negative tuberculin skin test or chest x-ray, or TB testing at orientation; annual TB testing thereafter. Employee must be free of conditions that would limit ability to perform job functions. May be at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens. Travel required.

• Competitive base salary with uncapped bonus structure; mileage reimbursement.
• Flexible schedules with team support for scheduling and patient admissions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k opportunity; company-paid life insurance;
  Employee Assistance Program.

We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.