Physical Therapist, VNA of Cape Cod

Cape Cod Healthcare; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapist for the VNA of Cape Cod. The role involves conducting assessments, developing care plans, and ensuring patient safety and function. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and a current PT license, with a commitment to service excellence.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Qualifications

• Current PT license in Massachusetts required.
• At least one year of clinical experience.
• CPR certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy assessments.
• Develop and implement patient care plans.
• Document patient progress and outcomes.

Skills

Clinical experience

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Computer skills

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• Maintain annual HHRG values at the National Standard as appropriate.
• Utilize HHRG values to establish visit frequency and interdisciplinary utilization.
• Ensure annual outcomes meet National Benchmarks.
• Refer patients to community resources as appropriate.
• Evaluate the clinical needs of the patient; develop, implement, and revise the plan of care; document accordingly.
• Participate in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences; evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan.
• Supervise and instruct the Home Health Aide plan of care every 14 days with documented evidence.
• Notify MD/other care providers of significant patient condition changes.
• Complete admission and other necessary paperwork promptly.
• Provide clear, concise narrative documentation reflecting skilled care, teaching, and patient/caregiver response.
• Obtain and clarify valid MD orders for all care provided.
• Plan and coordinate discharges, inform patient/MD, and document in the discharge summary; complete all discharge paperwork.

Consistently deliver service excellence to patients, families, visitors, volunteers, and colleagues, reflecting VNA’s CARES values: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current PT license in Massachusetts, with at least one year of clinical experience and CPR certification.
• Computer skills preferred.

Purpose of Position: Conduct comprehensive physical therapy assessments, considering physiological, psychosocial, environmental factors, and health history. Develop a plan of care to promote function and safety, and participate in policy and program development to enhance patient care.

Schedule Details: 37.5 hours/week, various shifts including some holidays and weekends. Area: Upper Cape. Sign-on Bonus Eligible!

Organization: Visiting Nurse Association

Primary Location: Massachusetts-Falmouth

Department: VNA-Physical Therapy

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care