Physical Therapist

The Pennant Group; United States; In loco; USD 85.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

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Benefit Home Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide in-home physical therapy services under a physician's plan of care. The role includes developing individualized care plans, educating patients and families, and coordinating with physicians and caregivers across El Paso County, CO.

The position requires Colorado PT licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license, with 2 years of PT experience preferred.

Competenze

• Licensed to practice as physical therapist in Colorado.
• Minimum of 2 years of PT experience (home health preferred).
• CPR certification required; possess/maintain current CPR.
• Must have valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and access to a vehicle.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Mansioni

• Provide PT services per written plan of care.
• Develop and adjust individualized care plans with patient and family.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members.
• Document clinical notes and progress summaries.
• Communicate with physician and other healthcare professionals.
• Supervise PT assistants per policy and state rules.
• Participate in discharge planning and quality improvement.

Conoscenze

Communication (verbal)

Communication (written)

Organization skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Formazione

Colorado PT license (Licensed Physical Therapist)

Descrizione del lavoro

Proudly Supporting Our Community Benefit Healthcare was founded in 2013 by a local physical therapist with a simple mission: to bring high‑quality, compassionate care to our community. We acquired the company in 2023 and have remained proudly locally operated and committed to honoring that original mission while expanding our reach. As the needs of our community grow, we feel a responsibility to grow with them. Our team has been able to serve more patients than ever without ever compromising the quality of care. We consistently strive to be a 4.5-5 star agency, and when we see those standards slip, we invest in retaining and supporting our staff—because exceptional care starts with a supported team. Everyone in our community deserves the best, and we work every day to deliver exactly that.

Physical Therapist pay rate - 85k - 100k

JOB SUMMARY

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.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s)
• Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling
• Provides patient and caregiver education
• Prepares clinical notes, and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals
• Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care
• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. 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
• 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
• Participates in discharge planning for patient
• Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed
• Participates in peer consultation process
• When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations
• Participates in the HHA's quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State of Colorado
• 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
• The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile

WHY BENEFIT HOME HEALTH?

Benefit Home Health is part of the Cornerstone Group with about 75 home health and hospice agencies throughout the country. While we are part of a large family, we operate as a local team. We understand we are nothing without great employees! It is through our team’s dedication to deliver life changing service that we become the “provider of choice” in the community that we serve. Join a culture of high performers who are on a mission to create the best Home Health agency in El Paso County! What makes us unique? At Benefit Home Health, we foster an environment where clinicians and staff members have an unprecedented level of freedom to create and implement the programs that will best serve their patients and communities. We operate with the Core Values of CAPLICO in mind: Celebration Accountability Passion for Learning Love One Another Intelligent Risk Taking Customer Second Ownership

We’d love to meet with you if you are passionate about giving exceptional patient care and creating the best Home Health agency in El Paso County!

Benefit Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com. The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com. We are committed to providing life-changing Home Health & Home Care services in Colorado Springs, CO. Rated one of the top 500 Home Care Agencies in the United States by Home Care Elite, Benefit Healthcare is the perfect in-home-care solution for residents who want to maintain their independence and dignity by continuing to live in the comfort of their own homes. Benefit Healthcare provides skilled care nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, home makers, CNA and personal care providers.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.