Physical Therapist Home Care - Casual

Ridgeview Medical Center; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist for a casual position focused on delivering personalized care through Home Health services. This role emphasizes assessment, care planning, and effective communication with clients and healthcare providers. Ideal candidates will possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Join a supportive environment that values flexibility and customer service, where you can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while enjoying competitive benefits and a collaborative atmosphere.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Employee Wellness Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist valid in Minnesota.
• Ability to work independently and organize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform admission and OASIS assessments for clients.
• Communicate with clients and healthcare providers for care coordination.

Skills

Independent Work

Flexibility

Customer Service

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist

Current Healthcare Provider CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purpose of Job

This casual position is responsible for the delivery of individualized assessment, care planning, intervention and discharge of Physical Therapy clients through the Home Health agency or Rehab Specialties department, working within the professional scope of practice as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Job Functions

1. Performs admission and OASIS assessments, discipline specific evaluations, care planning, interventions, documentation of care and discharge of client case according to RMC, agency and professional standards.
2. Provides current and quality treatment, utilizing Ridgeview, agency and professional resources to promote continued quality care.
3. Communicates with the client, health care providers, insurer and others to ensure that client needs are addressed and authorization is obtained from appropriate parties for all visits made
4. Serves as client advocate to obtain referrals, to advise and to utilize appropriate Ridgeview, agency and community resources to meet client needs
5. Exhibits working knowledge of hours of operation, customer base, department operations, visit procedures and chart audit procedures.
6. Demonstrates competencies in the specialized area of Home Health, and utilization of reimbursement and regulatory guidelines for the provision of safe and effective care.
7. Provides effective supervision of PTAs, home health aides, and other applicable caregivers when physical therapy is provided.
8. Participates in meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives as directed.
9. Provides professional and courteous customer service to internal and external customers.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Work Experience

• See License/Certification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work independently and organize tasks
• Ability to exhibit flexibility, self-control and maturity in work and behavior
• Ability to serve patients in a friendly and efficient manner
• Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team
• Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to promote Home Health and Rehab Specialties services
• Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above

License/Certifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist, valid in Minnesota
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR Certification
• Valid MN Driver's license and meets Ridgeview's age and insurability requirements.

Link to Employee Health Physical Demands

Compensation

Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.

Benefits

Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.