Home Health Physical Therapist — Relocation to WV

Humana, Inc.; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental and caregiver leave

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist to help patients regain strength and independence at home. You will plan and implement skilled PT treatments, screen patient function, and coordinate with physicians and the care team to adapt plans of care.

Supervisory duties include guiding PT assistants and home health aides, with emphasis on thorough documentation and patient progress communication.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program (APTA)
• Minimum of one year physical therapy experience preferred
• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license
• Current CPR certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer prescribed skilled physical therapy treatment and training for patients to attain highest level of physical function.
• Test/screen the patient’s physical strengths to assist evaluation and develop treatment programs.
• Develop/implement a conditioning/rehabilitation program aligned with physician’s Plan of Treatment and goals.
• Confer with physician and clinical team to obtain information and revise therapy plans.
• Provide supervision to staff including PT assistants and home health aides; ensure documentation is complete.
• Accurately document patients' care observations, interventions and evaluations; submit orders for physician signature and implementation.
• Report patient progress to physician, clinical manager, staff, patient and family; submit progress notes and discharge summaries.

Skills

CPR certification

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

PT degree (APTA-accredited)

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist to help patients regain strength and independence at home. You will plan and implement skilled PT treatments, screen patient function, and coordinate with physicians and the care team to adapt plans of care.

Supervisory duties include guiding PT assistants and home health aides, with emphasis on thorough documentation and patient progress communication.