Physical Therapist

Innovive Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovive Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team in Des Moines, IA. This role involves providing high-quality physical therapy services directly in patients' homes, ensuring adherence to care plans, and educating patients on recovery techniques. A sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Possess a degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university.
• Valid license to practice Physical Therapy within the state.
• Home care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts home physical therapy visits and performs evaluations.
• Educates and instructs patients on proper use of durable medical equipment.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Elevate Your Nursing Career with Innovive Health : Passionate Care, Impactful Results

Innovive Health is looking for dedicated clinical professionals to join our team as we expand into the Des Moines area. As one of the nation's fastest-growing home health agencies, we bring over two decades of experience delivering strong clinical outcomes for individuals with complex behavioral health conditions. We are committed to providing high-quality, data-driven care right in the comfort of our patients' homes. Join us in making a positive impact on the Des Moines community as we continue our mission to transform healthcare.

Sign on Bonus - $5,000!!

Make a Difference : Regardless of your role or department, the work you do every day makes a direct, meaningful impact, improving the lives of our patients. Our mission is vital, and we are deeply passionate about the work we do!

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Physical Therapist administers Physical Therapy care to patients requiring professional therapy services. These services are performed in accordance with physician's orders under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Director and in compliance with applicable laws and regulation and the policies of the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conducts home physical therapy visits and perform evaluations, start of care, follow up visits, discharges and OASIS evaluation, re-cert and discharges.
• Meets the patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results, determining physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
• Helps patient accomplish treatment plan by instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as therapeutic exercises, gait / ambulation training, neuromuscular re-education, coordination, transfer training, and educating patients on safety and fall prevention in the home to improve patient's ability to participate in activities of daily living.
• Assess patient's vitals BP, HR, SaO2 as needed for patient safety and report abnormal findings to Rehabilitation Director hand PCP.
• Educates and instructs patients on proper use of durable medical equipment (DME), such as walkers, grab bars, shower chairs, wheelchairs, crutches, canes, and prostheses, and order DME when appropriate.
• Accurately and thoroughly documents patient response to physical therapy by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommends adjustments and modifications as related to rehab potential.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers involved in patient care.
• Educates on importance of continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructs patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommends and / or providing assistive equipment; recommends outpatient or home health follow-up programs.
• Effectively communicates with supporting staff SN, OT, PT / PTA, SLP, MD.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects agency operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions; calls for repairs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviews professional publications; establishes personal networks; participates in professional societies.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipates future legislation; enforces adherence to requirements; advises management on needed actions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES :

• Effective communication skills (verbal and written), documentations skills, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates organizational and assertiveness skills, flexibility, and ability to work effectively in teams.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional patient situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Possess a degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university
• Valid license to practice Physical Therapy within the state of Massachusetts
• Possess and maintains current CPR Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Home care experience required

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

1 year of appropriate experience preferred

Continuing Education Requirements :

• Agency personnel are expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and / or required by their immediate supervisor. In addition, agency personnel are expected to accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job related skills and abilities. All agency personnel must attend mandatory education programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Frequently required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to use hands and fingers.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Occasionally required to lift / push light weights (less than 25 pounds).
• Occasionally required to lift / push light weights (greater than 25 pounds).
• Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may be required on occasion.
• Frequent exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials.

Innovive Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• Job Function Non-Managerial Clinical
• Min Hiring Rate $80,000.00
• Max Hiring Rate $100,000.00

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