Home Health Physical Therapist

Brief

Description:

As the Home Health Physical Therapist, you will provide physical therapy services in accordance with the plan of care. Provide initial and on-going assessment and evaluation of patient response to therapy. Accurately document evaluation and treatments provided.

Shift Details: PRN - paid per service. Flexible scheduling.

Requirements:

• Provide services in accordance with accepted standards of practice for physical therapy
• Document all therapy interventions
• Provide initial and ongoing assessment and evaluation of patient/family response to therapy
• Develop and revise the plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care-team members
• Provide therapeutic treatments and evaluation of equipment needs as applicable
• Advise and consult with the family and other agency personnel as applicable
• Complete documentation timely for all assessment and evaluation data, treatments, and patient’s response to therapy intervention
• Evaluate outcomes of care and complete the OASIS assessment accurately
• Provide discharge planning and evaluation
• Supervise physical therapy assistants at least every 30 days and home health aides every 14 days when appropriate
• Participate in in-service programs
• Comply with agency policies and procedures relative to infection control and safety

Required Knowledge, Skills And Ability:

• Current, unrestricted license in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Licensed Physical Therapist
• Current CPR certification for healthcare provider
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to meet deadlines, work under limited supervision
• Valid Driver’s License in the State of Virginia with a minimum age 21 to drive for the organization
• Motor Vehicle Driving Record satisfactory to the Agency and its insurance providers
• Proof of motor vehicle insurance

Required

Education And Experience:

• Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state in which physical therapy services are provided OR graduated after successful completion of a physical therapist education program approved by one of the following:
• The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
• Successor organizations of CAPTE
• An education program outside the United States determined to be substantially equivalent to physical therapist entry level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or an organization identified in 8 CFR 212.15(e) as it relates to physical therapists

Required Behavioral

Competencies:

• High standard of Displays actions consistent with statements. Truthful; elicits trust and respect. Approachable and open to constructive feedback.
• Strong sense of teamwork and cooperation; inspires team to meet challenges & implement Works cooperatively with others; success in building alliances within and among work units to achieve goals and objectives.
• Discover and meet wants and needs of customers through a commitment to service
• Sound judgment to make decisions promptly based on analysis of situations when dealing with challenges and/or with adverse conditions and to communicate them with clarity, purpose and commitment.

We are a faith-based and mission-driven organization that provides the highest level of care. We offer competitive salary along with perks including an onsite gym, fitness classes, on site banking, and an award winning on-site child education and care with a generous employee discount. Each person who is a part of our team plays a critical role in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.