Home Health Physical Therapist

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Michigan is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide services in a home setting, focusing on patient rehabilitation and mobility enhancement. The role requires an active Physical Therapist license in Missouri and emphasizes the importance of compliance with healthcare regulations and ethics. Home Health experience is preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in the state of MO required.
• Home Health experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Provides PT assigned services to patients in the home setting in accordance with Physician plan of care.
• Participates in communication and case conference activities for continuity of patient care.
• Exhibits sound judgement and skills necessary to perform assigned treatment.
• Maintains compliance with the Agency Code of Ethics.
• Ensures ongoing compliance with agency standards and regulations.
• Practices safety and infection control measures.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Job description

• PRN Availability
• Pay Per Visit
• Clinton and Butler, MO and surrounding areas

Overview

Physical therapists offer services that aid in the restoration of functionality, enhancement of mobility, alleviation of pain, and prevention of permanent physical disabilities in patients dealing with injuries or illnesses. They work towards the restoration, maintenance, and promotion of overall fitness and health. Their patient base consists of accident victims and individuals affected by disabling conditions including but not limited to low back pain, arthritis, heart disease, fractures, head injuries, and cerebral palsy.

Responsibilities

• Provides PT assigned services to patients in the home setting in accordance with Physician plan of care and under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Participates in communication and case conference activities to promote maximum continuity and quality of patient care services.
• Exhibits sound judgement and technical skills necessary to perform assigned treatment and procedure according to established agency protocols.
• Maintains compliance with the Agency Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrates ongoing compliance with agency standards, policies, procedures, state and Federal regulations, state practice acts for licenses personnel, payer requirements.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control measures.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• Active Physical Therapist license in the state of MO required.
• Home Health experience preferred, not required.