Home Health PT Physical Therapist PRN

Aveanna Healthcare; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to enhance patient recovery in their homes. This role involves conducting thorough assessments, delivering tailored physical therapy services, and collaborating closely with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a valid state license, and a passion for helping patients regain their independence. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of individuals recovering from illness or injury.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to evaluate patient mobility and strength.
• Document patient performance and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinate with healthcare team and educate patients on care plans.

Skills

Clinical Assessments

Documentation

Communication Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Overview

Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our dynamic home health care team. In this position, you make it possible for patients to recuperate from illness or injury in the comfort of their own home.

Pompano Beach area

Essential Job Functions:

1. Perform initial and ongoing assessments to evaluate mobility, coordination, strength and current level of function.
2. Responsible for administration, evaluation, and interpretation of tests and measurements to determine functional goals and outcomes.
3. Provide a written evaluation and plan of care defining physical therapy needs, goals, progress and expected outcomes.
4. Delivery of physical therapy services to comply with prescribed physician orders.
5. Maintain plan of care by performing timely documentation of client performance, modifying goals and treatment as needed, and determining discharge care plans as appropriate.
6. Responsible for discharge planning, including collaborating and educating the patient and his/her caretakers on home exercise plan to follow discharge.
7. Participate in coordination of services with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, etc.
8. Document according to policy and procedure and require minimal supervision or instruction.
9. Document effectively resulting in no technical or clinical denials subsequent to review of documentation by payers.
10. Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family. Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
11. Supervise other personnel (PTA, HHA) as applicable.
12. Complete OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation.
13. Follow policies and procedures and conform to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws.

Requirements:

1. Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university/program.
2. Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice.
3. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures.

Preferred:

1. Strong organization and communication skills.
2. Attention to detail.
3. Time management.
4. Proven relationship-builder.
5. Experience in Home Health Therapy and completion of OASIS documentation.