Home Health PT - Elevate Mobility & Pain

Optum; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger Home Health in Pottsville, PA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in home settings, develop plans of care, and collaborate with physicians and the health care team to improve mobility and function. You will evaluate functional status, implement evidence-based interventions, document progress, and ensure compliance with state practice guidelines.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to impact patients and families personally

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs; assists the physician in the plan of care.
• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws and the plan of care, coordinating with the health care team.
• Observes and reports patient response to treatment and any changes to supervising nurse/physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and maintain maximum functioning.
• Instructs patient and family on the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
• Visits patients according to Plan of Treatment and submits progress notes per policy.
• Completes patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state guidelines.
• Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated frequency of care.
• Functioning in home settings regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.

Skills

PT licensure

Driver's license

Education

CPR certification

Job description

Geisinger Home Health in Pottsville, PA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in home settings, develop plans of care, and collaborate with physicians and the health care team to improve mobility and function. You will evaluate functional status, implement evidence-based interventions, document progress, and ensure compliance with state practice guidelines.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to impact patients and families personally