Physical Therapist

AccordCare; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AccordCare is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide high-quality, compassionate care within education and experience, following physician orders and agency policies. The role supports safe, goal-oriented patient care across Florida home health settings and AHCA standards.

The incumbent will perform assessments, develop plans of care, deliver treatments, and participate in team meetings while traveling to patient homes throughout the service area.

Qualifications

• Current, active Physical Therapist license issued by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice and in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of home health regulations and OASIS is desirable.
• One year of physical therapy experience (home health desirable).
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized, goal oriented physical therapy plans of care.
• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations.
• Determine scope and frequency of services based on acuity and patient needs in consultation with Clinical Manager.
• Provide skilled therapeutic treatments including pain management and restoration of function.
• Assess patient responses and modify the Plan of Care as needed.
• Develop discharge plans based on interdisciplinary input.
• Participate in in-service training and quality assessment activities.
• Coordinate care through interdisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Documentation skills

Education

Florida PT license

Job description

Description

The Physical Therapist provides high-quality and compassionate care, that is within their education and experience and in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, regulatory and accreditation requirements. This role supports the delivery of safe, goal-oriented patient care, promotes positive relationships with patients and families, and contributes to the overall growth and success of the organization. This position functions within a Medicare-certified and AHCA-licensed home health agency serving patients in their homes or residential settings throughout the state of Florida.

Job Details

The Physical Therapist provides high-quality and compassionate care, that is within their education and experience and in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, regulatory and accreditation requirements. This role supports the delivery of safe, goal-oriented patient care, promotes positive relationships with patients and families, and contributes to the overall growth and success of the organization. This position functions within a Medicare-certified and AHCA-licensed home health agency serving patients in their homes or residential settings throughout the state of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized, goal oriented physical therapy plans of care.
• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations, which may include OASIS C evaluations, ensuring communication with physicians prior to initiating care.
• Determines scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs in consult with Clinical Manager.
• Provide skilled therapeutic treatments, including pain management and restoration of function through various techniques such as heat therapy, ultrasound, and exercise programs, using proper body mechanics.
• Continuously assess patient responses to therapy and recommend modifications to the Plan of Care as needed, report changes to the supervising Clinical Manager. Informs the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s needs.
• Develop comprehensive discharge plans based on interdisciplinary input.
• Participates in in-service training and quality assessment performance improvement (QAPI) as requested by the office.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care, problem-solve, and receive support and education.

Qualifications

• Current, active Physical Therapist license issued by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice and in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of OASIS and home health regulations
• One year of physical therapy experience (home health experience desirable).
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team.
• Commitment to patient-centered, safe, and compassionate care.

Work Environment Considerations

Role

• Safely lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Assist with patient transfers and ambulation.
• Tolerate prolonged periods of physical activity, including standing and walking.
• Respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Travel throughout the service area on a daily basis to visit patients/clients

OSHA Category 1

Tasks involve routine exposure to blood, body fluids, communicable diseases or other potentially infectious materials. Must follow universal precautions, infection control procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) are required.

This role requires a screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, visit their website at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/education-awareness