Physical Therapist

Select Home Health and Hospice

Rensselaer (IN)

Remote

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Continuing education credits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A healthcare agency serving central Indiana is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to provide high-quality therapy services in clients' homes. You will monitor patient progress, educate caregivers, and ensure compliance with treatment plans. This position is open to all levels, including newly graduated therapists, offering a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

Successful completion of a physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Licensed as a physical therapist.
No minimum experience required; welcomes newly graduated physical therapists.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy in accordance with the physician’s plan of treatment.
Assist in evaluating and assessing client levels using appropriate tests.
Treat clients to relieve pain and develop function.
Document patient progress and changes to care team.
Educate patients, caregivers, and health team on therapy procedures.
Supervise PT Assistant as required.
Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team.
Maintain patient progress records and QA participation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient education

Assessment skills

Education

Physical therapy program graduation

Licensed as a physical therapist

Job description

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Select Home Health Services is a central Indiana, clinician based, locally owned and operated skilled home health care agency providing you with skilled nursing and therapy services. We are committed to improving your health and independence all while in the comforts of your home. Our highly trained clinicians are compassionate and dependable with a commitment to excellence that is second to none. “Select the best for your health!”

The Physical Therapist provides skilled therapy intervention and treatment to patients in a home setting utilizing appropriate treatment plans and assessment skills. Monitor carefully the patient status and progress toward goals as well as compliance with physician’s orders. Responsible for educating patients and caregivers while preparing the patient/caregiver for discharge as appropriate.

Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our team at Select Home Health Services. In this role, you will provide high-quality physical therapy services to clients in their homes, helping them achieve their rehabilitation goals and improve their overall well-being.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy in accordance with the physician’s plan of treatment to patient's located in the designated service areas.
Assist the physician in the evaluation and assessment of the client’s level of functioning by applying appropriate tests and assist in the development and revision of the plan of care.
Treat clients to relieve pain, develop and restore function and maintain maximum performance using appropriate physical therapy treatments, modalities and procedures as stated in the physical therapy plan of care.
Observe, record, and report the client’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the client’s condition to the physician, DON and Case Manager.
Educate client/caregiver and health care team in the phases of physical therapy in which they may assist the client, in the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices, and durable medical equipment, as appropriate.
Provide staff in-service education as directed by DOR/DON.
Assess and regularly reevaluate the needs of the client.
Develops implements and revises the client’s plan of care.
Initiate diagnostic, preventive and rehabilitative procedures as appropriate to the client’s care.
Assist with plan of care and maintain continuity of and/or multidisciplinary clients whenever needed to ensure good coordination of care.
Promote coordination of care through interdisciplinary case conferences and communication with physician and field staff.
Develop, prepares and maintains individualized client care progress records with accuracy, timeliness and according to agency policy and procedures.
Participate in the agency’s quality improvement program.
Keep abreast of physical trends and knowledge for service provision, documentation and care coordination.
Participate in staff meetings, in-service programs and utilization reviews.
Supervise the Physical Therapy Assistant at least every 30 days.

Requirements

Successful completion of a physical therapy program at a school of physical therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, or both. If licensed or registered prior to 1966, meets the alternative qualifications cited in the Medicare Conditions of Participation, Section 405.12
Licensed as a physical therapist.
No minimum experience required. We welcome newly graduated physical therapists.

Fortis Health and our affiliated companies (Valeo Home Health and Hospice, Select Home Health & Hospice), are an equal employment opportunity agency. Our policy is to hire and promote for all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual preference, age, marital status, veteran, or physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under applicable laws, unrelated to ability perform the work required. Decisions on employment and promotion are based solely upon an individual’s qualifications, with reference to the skills and abilities of the position for which the individual is being considered. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact is at feedback@fortishh.com

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