Physical Therapist

Human Touch Home Care; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 103,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Human Touch Home Care in Denver, CO is seeking a licensed physical therapist to provide in-home physical therapy services under a physician's plan of care. The role may involve evaluating patient status, directing treatment, instructing patients and caregivers, and coordinating with the broader care team.

This is a PRN/part-time opportunity in a home health setting. Qualified candidates will have a PT degree, state licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license; two years of relevant

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in physical therapy (baccalaureate or master's) from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state, if applicable.
• Two years of experience as a physical therapist; home health/community experience preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Maintains CPR certification and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services per physician's plan of care and state law.
• Assess and document functional status and progress toward goals.
• Direct PT treatment and educate patients/families on device use and home exercises.
• Identify needs for other home health services and refer as appropriate.
• Participate in discharge planning and progress reporting.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organization skills

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Physical Therapy

Job description

PAY IS PER VISIT NOT PER HOUR

SIGN ON BONUS $5,000

The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This may include, but will not be limited to:
  • Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care and evaluates home environment.
  • Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
  • Directing physical therapy treatment.
  • Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
  • Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
  • Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
• Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
• May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
• Participates in discharge planning for patient.
• Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
• Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
• Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
• Participates in peer consultation process.
• Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
• When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

Qualifications:

• Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master's program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
• Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state, if applicable.
• Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.

Job Types:

PRN

Pay:

$75.00-100.00 per visit (typical visit 1 hour)

Medical specialties:

Home Health

Work setting:

In-person

Ability to commute:

Denver, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Discipline 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Discipline License (Required)

Note - This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Job duties may also be adjusted based on organizational and industry needs.