Home Health Physical Therapist

Providence at Home with Compassus; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Providence at Home with Compassus in Portland, OR is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive home health care to patients of all ages. You will plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to restore or maintain patient well-being.

The role emphasizes performing initial and ongoing assessments, including OASIS at appropriate times, developing Plans of Care with physicians, and guiding therapy for neuromuscular,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an APTA-approved program.
• Current State License as a Physical Therapist.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current CPR, TB screen, and Hepatitis consent/declination.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care with infection control measures (OSHA).
• Participates in in-service programs and maintains competency.
• Accepts clinical assignments within education/competence.
• Monitors cases for third-party payor requirements.
• Communicates effectively with patient, family, team, and physicians.
• Performs initial and ongoing clinical assessments including OASIS.
• Plans and completes a Plan of Care with physician and care-team.
• Plans and provides treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders.
• Instructs patient/family on transfer techniques and equipment use.
• Adheres to company policies and information systems security.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Current State License as a Physical Therapist

Valid Driver’s License

Current CPR, TB, Hepatitis screening/declination

Job description

Company

Providence at Home with Compassus

This position is a part of a bargaining unit with a collective bargaining agreement.

Company:

Providence at Home with Compassus

Shift:

Weekdays, day shift

Schedule:

Full time

Work Location:

Portland-Gorge OR Home Health

Position Summary

A licensed professional who provides coordinated care to patients of all age groups. Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. Plans, organizes, and conducts physical therapy treatment program based on the medical referral and their evaluation. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA)
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency; i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payors
• Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary
• Performs initial and ongoing clinical assessments to identify patient needs, determine level of functioning, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points and appropriateness of patient for home health
• Performs and oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patients’ needs and desires
• Prepares, and completes a Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care-team members. Documents on progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revises the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data
• Plans and provides appropriate treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment
• Assists/instructs patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instructs on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., in a safe manner. Utilizes appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Adherence to and compliance with information systems security is everyone’s responsibility. It is the responsibility of every computer user to: Know and follow Information Systems security policies and procedures. Attend Information Systems security training, when offered. Report information systems security problems.

Non-Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Licensing/Certification

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program
• Current State License as an Physical Therapist
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis consent/declination

Experience

• Two years’ experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.

Knowledge And Skills

• Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of durable medical equipment

Compensation

The current compensation range for this position is $51.48- $71.37 per hour. The specific rate of pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on relevant education, training, experience, geographic location, and other position-related factors. Compassus does not inquire about, consider, or rely upon an applicant's prior salary history in determining compensation. In addition to base compensation for the position, an employee working in this position may be eligible for pay differentials based on hours, shifts worked, or other criteria. They may also qualify for bonuses under applicable bonus programs or at Compassus’s discretion, as well as other forms of variable pay under relevant company policies. A summary of applicable pay programs will be provided during the offer process.

Benefits

Compassus offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, which may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays; mileage reimbursement; continuing education support; and an Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefit eligibility is determined by employment status and position classification and by the terms of the applicable benefit plan or program. A summary of available benefits will be provided during the offer process.

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