Physical Therapist for Home Health | West Metro Area

The Pennant Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving in Denver, CO is seeking a licensed physical therapist to provide per diem home health services. The role involves implementing physician-approved plans of care, performing assessments, and collaborating with patients, families, and the care team.

Responsibilities include documentation, patient education, discharge planning, and supervising home health aides. Requires CO license, CPR, and reliable transportation; 10–20 hours per week with pay range $45–$50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Colorado licensed physical therapist
• Minimum 2 years PT experience
• Home health/community experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Must have CPR certification
• Must have reliable transportation and driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services per physician's plan of care
• Assess home environment and functional status
• Direct therapy sessions and educate patients
• Document progress notes and summaries
• Communicate with physicians and care team
• Discharge planning participation
• Supervise home health aides every two weeks
• Participate in QA and performance improvement

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist in Colorado

CPR certification

Job description

Status: Per Diem (hours approx. 10 to 20 per week)

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. Pay range - $45.00 to 50.00 per hour

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 and 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
• 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
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary
• Participates in discharge planning for patient
• 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

What makes us unique?

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

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.

Cornerstone Healthcare brings care to people where they feel most comfortable: home. Across our locally led home health, hospice, palliative care, home care, and mobile primary care organizations, our teams help patients and families navigate recovery, serious illness, everyday needs, and life's most important moments. Whether you’re a clinician, caregiver, provider, operational leader, or support professional, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career. With the strength of a nationwide network and the autonomy of locally led teams, Cornerstone is a place where you can take ownership, develop as a leader, and help shape the future of care at home.