Home Health Physical Therapist PT

Pathwell Health; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathwell Health in California is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess, plan, and implement rehabilitation programs for diverse patients in their homes. The role emphasizes mobility improvement, pain relief, and functional gains across several communities including Murrieta and nearby areas.

The ideal candidate will hold an active CA Physical Therapist license, demonstrate strong clinical assessment skills, and be capable of documenting patient progress with accuracy.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Physical Therapy curriculum.
• Current and valid California Physical Therapist license.
• Driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Experience in home health is preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
• Bilingual is an add-on.
• Ability to work under pressure and stay composed in emergent situations.
• Commitment to continuing education in a dynamic medical field.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and adjusts a conditioning/rehabilitation plan of care with client, caregiver, and physician(s).
• Tests and screens the client's physical strength for evaluation.
• Educates client and family about exercise programs and therap procedures to be continued by client.
• Documents observations, interventions, and evaluations in client care records.
• Provides direct patient care as prescribed, including evaluation and treatment planning.
• Reviews physician referrals and medical records to determine diagnosis and treatment needs.
• Records prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in charts or electronic system.
• Identifies goals, prognosis, and plans for reevaluation.
• Evaluates treatment effects and adjusts plans for maximum benefit.
• Participates in service education and clinical studies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CA License

PT Degree

Home Health

Communication Skills

Time Management

Documentation

Education

PT Degree

Tools

EHR Systems

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. We are accepting applications from Temecula, Riverside, Murrieta, Menifee, Oceanside, Vista, San Clemente, Lake Elsinore, Fallbrook, Hemet, and surrounding areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 the 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 the physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine a diagnosis and the physical therapy treatment required
• Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in the patient's chart or enter information into the 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 is an add-on
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment
• Must have the ability to work well under pressure and stay calm and focused in emergent situations
• Be highly self-motivated and results-driven
• A desire for further education to keep up with the ever-changing medical advances

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.