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Physical Therapist ($15K Sign On Bonus)

Pathways Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Pathways Home Health & Hospice is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) for home health care with the goal of restoring patient function. With responsibilities including patient evaluation, care planning, and supervision of therapy assistants, the role demands strong communication and assessment skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a $15,000 sign-on bonus based on specific conditions.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus
Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

  • Must hold a current California license as a Physical Therapist.
  • Minimum 2 years recent experience as a Physical Therapist.
  • CPR Certificate and current California driver's license required.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat patients using prescribed physical therapy programs.
  • Document clinical findings and communicate changes in patient conditions.
  • Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.

Skills

Communication
Assessment
Knowledge of Rehabilitation

Education

Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

For over 45 years Pathways has been a Bay Area pioneer, leader, and innovator in Hospice, Home Health and Palliative Care. We provide care at home or in settings such as assisted living, a nursing home, or the hospital. We have offices in Sunnyvale, South San Francisco, and Oakland. Patients and their families know us for our personalized, high-quality care, delivered with empathy, kindness, and respect.

TITLE:Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health
OFFICE LOCATION:Sunnyvale, CA
PATIENT TERRITORY: Gilroy - Sunnyvale
SCHEDULE: Full Time
SHIFT: 8:30am - 5pm, (1weekend day/month)

Sign On Bonus: $15,000.00(Conditions Apply)

The posted compensation range of $60.00 - $72.42/Hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Pathways Home Health & Hospice in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. Pathways Home Health & Hospice may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

POSITION SUMMARY:Physical therapy goals are to restore function to prevent or minimize disability following disease or injury and to help the client reach his/her maximum performance/function within the limits of his/her capabilities. The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients using medically prescribed physical therapy programs. The Physical Therapist may also supervise Physical Therapy Assistants per agency and regulatory standards.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

  • Makes initial admission/evaluation visits. Notifies assigned Clinical Team Manager of OASIS scores within established timelines. Notifies appropriate staff of admission/evaluation and provides information on the follow-up plan.
  • In consultation with the assigned Clinical Team Manager, initiates and regularly re-evaluates and revises the plan of care. Instructs assigned PTA on the plan of care revisions.
  • On an on-going basis, documents observations, clinical findings, problems, skilled interventions/treatments, goals and discharge plans.
  • Assesses the need for the services of other team members (RN, OT, ST, MSWandHHA).
  • Provides and documents skilled care/interventions on all visits (includes skilled observation of the patient's condition, skilled care, medical procedures performed and teaching of the patient and/or family).
  • Obtains and documents physician orders.
  • Performs Home Health Aide supervision per regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinates care and documents communication with the assigned Clinical Team Manager (s), physician and other members of the home care team informing them of significant changes in the patient’s condition and needs.
  • Follows established standards for point for service technology, documentation, and synchronization.
  • Uses agency provided telecommunication devices (i.e. cell phone, voice mail, and pager) according to established guidelines.
  • Submits weekly visit schedule of assigned patients. Collaborates with the Clinical Team Manager(s) to address scheduling needs.
  • Performs re-certifications, resumption of care, transfers, and discharges as requested by the assigned Clinical Team Manager. Completes and submits all related documentation within established timeframes.
  • Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant(s):

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Physical Therapy Association.
  • California license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Examining Committee of the California Board of Medical Quality Assurance.
  • Minimum 2 years recent experience as a Physical Therapist. Prefer experience and interest in gerontology and home care.
  • Current CPR Certificate.
  • Current California driver’s license and automobile insurance.
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