Home Health Physical Therapist PT

Apploi; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi in California seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to assess, plan, and participate in rehabilitative programs for home health patients. Collaborate with clients, families, physicians, and caregivers to tailor plans of care and document progress accurately.

The role emphasizes strong clinical assessment, organization, and communication, with preference for bilingual Spanish candidates and active California licensure.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Physical Therapy curriculum.
• Current and valid California Physical Therapist license.
• Driver's License, Car Insurance, Car Registration.

Responsibilities

• The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Develops, implements and adjusts a conditioning/rehabilitation plan of care in partnership with the client, representative, caregiver(s) and physician(s)
• Tests and screens the client's physical strength to assist the physician in evaluating the patient's level of function
• Educates and instructs client, family members or other client representatives, about exercise programs and therapeutic procedures to be continued by client
• Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided
• Give direct patient care as prescribed including evaluation and treatment planning
• Review physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required
• Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer
• Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation
• Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit
• Participate in educational activities of the service
• Participate in clinical studies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Computer/documentation

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Graduation from an approved Physical Therapy curriculum

California Physical Therapist license

Tools

Driver's License

Car Insurance

Car Registration

Job description

The Physical Therapist assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Develops, implements and adjusts a conditioning/rehabilitation plan of care in partnership with the client, representative, caregiver(s) and physician(s)
• Tests and screens the client's physical strength to assist the physician in evaluating the patient's level of function
• Educates and instructs client, family members or other client representatives, about exercise programs and therapeutic procedures to be continued by client
• Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided
• Give direct patient care as prescribed including evaluation and treatment planning
• Review physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required
• Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer
• Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation
• Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit
• Participate in educational activities of the service
• Participate in clinical studies
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Graduation from an approved Physical Therapy curriculum
• Current and valid California Physical Therapist license (required)
• Recent work experience in home health (preferred),Driver's License,Car Insurance,Car Registration
• Strong clinical assessment, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgement
• Must have the ability to work well under pressure and stay calm and focused in emergent situations
• Be highly self-motivated and results-drivenml?,-ble-de?