Home Health Full Time Physical Therapist

Aveanna Healthcare; Scottsboro (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company match

Paid Holidays and Sick Time

CEU opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our home health team in Alabama. The role involves evaluating mobility, creating plans of care, and delivering PT services in patients' homes.

The position requires a PT degree, an unrestricted license, CPR, and reliable transportation; OASIS documentation is preferred. Territory includes Jackson County and Lacey Springs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university/program.
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
• Valid CPR, Driver's License and Proof of Automobile Insurance

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing mobility assessments to evaluate function.
• Provide written evaluation and plan of care defining PT needs and outcomes.
• Delivery of physical therapy services per physician orders.
• Discharge planning and home exercise plan education for patients and caregivers.
• Complete OASIS assessments where allowed by state regulation.

Skills

Patient assessment

Plan of care development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Supervision of PTA/HHA

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Position Overview

Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for a Physical Therapist (PT) Full Time to join our dynamic home health care team. In this position, you make it possible for patients to recuperate from illness or injury in the comfort of their own home.

Schedule

Monday - Friday

Territory

Jackson County and Lacey Springs

Essential Job Functions

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments to evaluate mobility, coordination, strength and current level of function.
• Responsible for administration, evaluation, and interpretation of tests and measurements to determine functional goals and outcomes.
• Provide a written evaluation and plan of care defining physical therapy needs, goals, progress and expected outcomes.
• Delivery of physical therapy services to comply with prescribed physician orders.
• Maintains plan of care by performing timely documentation of client performance, modifying goals and treatment as needed, and determine discharge care plans as appropriate.
• Responsible for discharge planning, including collaborating and educating the patient and his/her caretakers on home exercise plan to follow discharge.
• Participates in coordination of services with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, etc.
• Documents according to policy and procedure and requires minimal supervision or instruction.
• Documents effectively resulting in no technical or clinical denials subsequent to review of documentation by payers
• Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family. Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
• Supervises other personnel (PTA, HHA) as applicable.
• Completes OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation.
• Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws.
• Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family. Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
• Supervises other personnel (OTA, HHA) as applicable.
• Completes OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation.

Requirements

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university/program.
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
• Valid CPR, Drivers License and Proof of Automobile Insurance

Preferred

• Experience in Home Health Therapy and completion of OASIS documentation

Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time Positions)

Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• 401(k) with Company match
• Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
• Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Our Mission

Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.

HHH

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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