Physical Therapist

InnovAge Holding Corp.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Short/long-term disability

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

InnovAge is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive PT evaluation and treatment for program participants aged 55+. The role integrates PT plans into the Plan of Care under physician orders, collaborating with nursing and rehab teams to optimize mobility and safety. A sign-on bonus of 5,000 dollars is offered.

Applicants must be licensed and experienced with frail or elderly populations. The successful candidate will deliver PT services, supervise assistants when appropriate, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• PT program accredited by APTA or CMS-approved equivalent.
• Active PT license in practicing state.
• At least 1 year experience with frail or elderly clients.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate participants for rehab needs across acute, restorative, and maintenance levels.
• Integrate PT plans into the Plan of Care per physician orders.
• Collaborate with nursing home staff on rehab needs.
• Refer to OT and ST with team approval as needed.
• Document plan of care changes and clinical notes in participant chart.
• Provide PT treatment including modalities, exercises, mobility training.
• Educate participants and caregivers on DME use and safety.
• Oversee and delegate PT plans to assistants per scope of practice.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Screening & evaluation

Plan of Care coordination

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Documentation & charting

DME education & management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

APTA-accredited PT program

Active Physical Therapist license

Experience with frail/elderly population

Tools

DME management tools

Job description

WE ARE CURRENTLY OFFERING $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS TO SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE!

ThePhysical Therapist provides clinical physical therapy evaluation and treatment plans for program participants 55 and older, on an acute restorative or maintenance level as needed. They are responsible for integrating physical therapy treatment plans into the Plan of Care (POC) as directed by the physician orders. All participant care provided is in accordance with applicable InnovAge policies and state regulations

• Screens and evaluates participants for rehabilitation needs of acute, restorative or maintenance levels and follows the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) code of ethics in daily practice.
• Collaborates with nursing home and assisted living staff regarding the rehabilitation needs of InnovAge participants Refers participants to Occupational Therapy (OT) and Speech Therapy (ST) with team approval.
• Refers participants to medical clinic when condition warrants it and documents changes in the POC.
• Communicates with staff regarding participants’ needs in areas of positioning, mobility, and safety both verbally and in writing when necessary.
• Communicates with family members and caregiver(s) in an organized and understandable fashion and ensures that recommendations are feasible for participants and their caregiver(s) to follow.
• Provides physical therapy treatment including modality treatment, therapeutic exercise, and functional mobility training. Provides written instructions and illustrations to participants and caregiver(s) as needed.
• Ensures that participant’s and/or caregiver(s) understand the DME loan program and policies and that signatures are obtained on the loan agreement.
• Provides treatment to program participants by delegating therapy plans for specific participants to the Physical Therapist Assistant and Rehab Aide according to the complexity of the participants’ needs and the nature of procedures according to the Colorado Physical Therapy Practice Act or other applicable state specific regulations
• Instructs participants and caregiver(s) in the use and maintenance of DME and methods used to enhance the mobility, safety, and functional independence of participants.
• Makes home visits/educational sessions as needed and indicated in the POC, and documents activities including participant/caregiver response in participant’s chart.
• Discusses plan of care (POC) with multidisciplinary team to integrate services with overall POC for participant.
• Actively participates as a required member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in peer review and QM activities as requested.
• Documents all procedures performed in participant’s medical chart on a timely basis, utilizing policies and procedures set forth for InnovAge Programs.
• Provides guidance to staff and team members that is consistent with both state law and company policy.
• Orders/inventories, distributes, and maintains Durable Medical Equipment (DME) for participants.
• Orients and educates contract physical therapists on InnovAge PACE systems and goals.
• Identifies defective DME and takes appropriate action to repair or replace items promptly.
• Ensures that DME loans, returns, repairs and purchases are documented in the appropriate records per department policies and on a timely basis by staff.
• Makes purchases appropriate for participants and rehab operations within established department budget and goals.
• Solicits ideas from staff for ongoing improvement in the efficient functioning of the rehab department.
• Provides remedial training of non-rehab staff, such as CNA’s and Drivers, in relation to specific participant needs.
• Participates within the interdisciplinary team in the formulation of Plans of Care for InnovAge PACE program participants, as well as in other interdisciplinary team settings that plan, coordinate and monitor the care of InnovAge PACE program participants.

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
• Completion of a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association or other equivalent organization approved by CMS
• Active Physical Therapist license issued by state in which practicing.
• A minimum of one year experience working with the frail or elderly

PREFERRED

• 2+ years as a practicing PT
• Master’s Degree (MSPT) or Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT)
• Bilingual a plus

InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you’ll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model.

InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status.

Applicants are considered until the position is filled.

$38.80 - $50.48

Compensation Disclaimer

The pay may vary depending on job related factors, such as work location, experience, knowledge, skills, education, certifications, training and internal equity.

InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) plan with company match
• short and long-term disability
• life insurance
• supplemental life insurance
• ADD
• flexible spending account
• paid time off
• company paid holidays

Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits.

• medical/dental/vision insurance
• short and long-term disability
• life insurance
• AD&D
• supplemental life insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) savings
• paid time off
• company-paid holidays

Attention Florida Applicants

This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Agency Disclaimer

InnovAge will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practices, all candidates/resumes submitted by search firms to InnovAge by any means without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the property of InnovAge and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired by InnovAge.

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