Home Health Physical Therapist

HOME CONNECT HOME HEALTH LLC; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Dynamicare Home Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team in Santa Clara County. You will initiate and oversee a physical therapy program in the home, guiding patients and their families toward recovery.

The ideal candidate works well independently and within a team, maintains a positive attitude, and follows established PT guidelines. A current state license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with patients and families.
• Current CPR certification and valid state license to practice physical therapy.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a home-health team.
• Experience in home health or outpatient physical therapy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and functional status in the home environment.
• Develop and adjust the physical therapy plan of care.
• Direct treatment and patient education on therapeutic exercises.
• Instruct families/caregivers on home exercise programs and safety.
• Identify priorities for therapy and document progress.
• Communicate patient response to treatment with physicians.
• Supervise therapy assistants per policy and state rules.
• Prepare progress notes and discharge planning documents.
• Provide consults to families as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

CPR certification

Licensed driver

Independent with high-stress work

Job description

Dynamicare Home Health was established by healthcare and clinical professionals with more than 30 years of combined experience in Home Health Care. Our agency strives to provide quality patient care and compassionate service while remaining dedicated to promoting the physical and emotional well-being of our patients and all those we serve.

To learn more, visit our website: https://www.dynamicarehomehealth.com

Position: Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health

Employment Status: Per-Diem, Part-Time

Location: Santa Clara County

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Flexible Work Schedule

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team! As a Physical Therapist, you will initiate a physical therapy program, instructing patient, patients family/caregiver as to the goals of the physical therapy program. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
• Directing physical therapy treatment.
• Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
• Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition
• Supervise physical therapy assistants according to the organization policy and state regulation.
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress notes based on the attainment of goals
• Participates in discharge planning
• Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed in this job.

Why Join Dynamicare Home Health?

Our commitment to inclusiveness and diversity creates a supportive space for all team members to grow. As part of our team, you'll benefit from flexible scheduling and a supportive back office team while helping make a lasting impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment
• Possesses and maintains CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Flexible work from home options available.