Physical Therapist

Ohio Living; Willoughby (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Willoughby, Ohio is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide physical therapy treatments and develop care plans for patients in their homes. Responsibilities include patient evaluation, collaboration with healthcare teams, and educating patients and families about care practices. The ideal candidate will possess an Ohio PT license and have experience with geriatric patients. The position requires flexible working hours and involves regular home visits to ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in Ohio.
• New graduates welcome, but one year of experience preferred.
• Experience in treating geriatric and physical therapy patients is required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate contact with physicians for treatment planning.
• Implement patient care plans in home environments.
• Manage and mentor Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants.

Skills

Physical therapy techniques

Communication

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio as a Physical Therapist

Job description

Essential Activities and Tasks

Expectation and Care Management – 60%

• Initiates contact with physician for orders and treatment plan formulation and/or revision as the patient’s condition requires.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the patient OASIS assessments, Evaluations, and discharge OASIS documentation.
• Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician, evaluating and treating patients by applying appropriate therapy techniques and modalities in client’s home environment.
• Recommends modifications or changes in the patients’ Plan of Care based on evaluation of their progress toward the patient goals.
• Educates/instructs/recommends patient, family members and other health team members of the proper techniques, for exercise program, precautions and self care activities to assure safety for caregivers and patient.
• Participates in the interdisciplinary team meeting (ITM) by exchanging team information on the progress and discharge plan in order to provide the highest level of continuity of care for the patient.
• Communicates with client, family members, clients’ advocate(s), caregivers and physicians on patient’s progress and discharge plan on a regular basis.
• Conducts home visits to implement the patient’s Plan of Care in use of therapeutic and self care activities for the purpose of improving function and safety in order to allow the patient to return home at their highest level of function and independence.
• Participates in discharge planning by exchanging information with staff members, family members and physician to promote continuity of client care, in accordance with corporate policies, federal, state and local guidelines.
• Ensures that all work areas, treatment areas and equipment are maintained in a clean, sanitary and safe manner.

Administration and Reporting – 20%

• Maintains current and accurate patient records through use of personal EMR device, and paper/chart documentation in accordance with company, federal, state, and local guidelines.

People Management and Development – 10%

• Coaches and influences the work of the Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants (LPTA) regarding the performance expectations of their position.
• Fosters a positive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees.
• Interviews, selects, and orients new employees.
• Defines, establishes, and promotes performance expectations so staff understands and demonstrates excellence through high quality and consistent performance.
• Evaluates job performance of staff in accordance with the company policy and procedure and provides developmental guidance to staff for improved performance and growth.
• Monitors accountability with organization requirements prescribed by the Employee Handbook.
• Participates in the development, planning, scheduling, conducting, and monitoring of in-service training programs, on-the-job training, and orientation programs for departmental staff.
• May assist to ensure that there is a reasonable and sufficient plan for staffing should a direct report be absent or a position be vacant.
• Responds timely and thoughtfully to questions, requests, and work product from departmental staff that has been provided for review and approval.

Quality, Compliance and Risk Management – 10%

• Maintains compliance with all standards, regulations and rules pertinent to services provided.
• Respects confidential information and follows all company policies and procedures.

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as a Physical Therapist (PT) required.

Experience

• One year experience as a Physical Therapist in a hospital, long-term care facility, or home health agency preferred. New graduates welcome.
• Experience in the care of geriatric and physical therapy patients required.
• Knowledge of treatment modalities.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards.

Working Conditions and Special Requirements

• Sitting – Up to 6 hours/day
• Standing – Up to 6 hours/day
• Walking – Up to 6 hours/day
• Lifting, transferring, pushing or pulling patients or equipment/supplies – Up to 50 pounds
• Driving – Up to 6 hours/day
• Work weekends, evenings, and holidays – As needed for coverage
• Subject to patients with various disease processes – Occasional
• May be exposed to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc. including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses – Work day
• Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases – I