Field Physical Therapist - Home Health

Baycare; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Home visits

Growth opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

BayCare HomeCare in Tampa is seeking a Home Health Field Physical Therapist to join our team. You will provide patient-centered therapy in patients' homes with a flexible schedule and opportunities for growth within BayCare.

Responsibilities include evaluating and implementing treatment plans, directing PT assistants, coordinating care with the multidisciplinary team, and ensuring quality home health services within regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Florida PT license is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• 1 year PT experience preferred.
• Driver's license required (FL license within 30 days).
• Master's degree in PT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop PT treatment programs for home health patients.
• Provide clinical direction for Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Plan and manage home health services to ensure quality patient care.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary team and caregivers.
• Develop discharge plans with patient and family.

Skills

1 year experience as PhysicalTherapist

BLS certification

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy (preferred)

Job description

There’s home care and then there’s BayCare HomeCare!

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

Are you a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist – Home Health seeking a flexible work schedule and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others? BayCare HomeCare is seeing a skilled Home Health Field Physical Therapist to join our team who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our Community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area.

Why join BayCare HomeCare ?

• Flexible Schedule: With occasional weekend work allows you to create a work-life balance that suits your needs.

• Make a Difference: You'll provide crucial care to patients in their homes, promoting their well-being and independence.

• Growth Opportunities: Receive ongoing training and mentorship, with potential for career advancement within BayCare.

• BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision), Paid time off, Tuition Reimbursement, 401k match and additional year contribution, Yearly performance appraisal and team award bonus, Community discounts and more!

• Facility: BayCare Health System, Physical Therapy Tampa-HomeCare

• Location: 8020 Woodland Center Blvd, Suite 100 Tampa, FL 33614

• Status: Full-Time, Exempt

• Shift Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Weekend Work: Occasional

• On Call: No

• Home visits in assigned service area: Hillsborough County

HomeCare Physical Therapist - Responsibilities include :

• Evaluates and develops specific treatment programs for individual patients based on their needs and in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy.

• Responsible for providing the appropriate level of clinical direction for Physical Therapy Assistants.

• Plans, implements, manages and evaluates the provision of both professional and ancillary home health services (direct care and case management) to ensure that all patients needs are met and quality care provided in accordance with Federal, State, JCAHO and program guidelines.

• Manages the activities of the multi-disciplinary team providing care to the patient.

• Monitors the provision of therapeutic services through written and verbal communication with all disciplines.

• Develops, implements, and carries out a discharge plan in conjunction with the patient, family/caregiver and members of the health care team.

• Interprets agency policy to patients/families.

• Reviews patients visits weekly and provides plan to Home Care Supervisor and scheduler, including anticipated weekend visits.

• Informs scheduler of any schedule changes and communicates caseload and patient care issues to Home Care Supervisor.

HomeCare Physical Therapist Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy

• Physical Therapist State of Florida License

• 1 year Physical Therapist experience

• BLS (Basic Life Support)

• Driver's License (Florida driver's license is required within 30 days of hire)

• Preferred Master's Degree Physical Therapy

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position Field Physical Therapist - Home Health

Location Tampa:HomeCare Tampa | Clinical | Full Time

Req ID 181512