Physical Therapist Home Care, DC

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 72,758 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in Washington, DC is seeking a PT Homecare Clinician to evaluate and treat patients in their homes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and 1-2 years of clinical experience. Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. This position offers a salary range of $72,758.40 - $84,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years clinical experience required.
• License to practice Physical Therapy in the relevant state.
• CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and document patient responses to interventions.
• Evaluate measurable progress toward goals.
• Establish and implement effective treatment plans.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Physical therapy treatment

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Tools

Goniometer

Sphygmomanometer

Stethoscope

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for a PT (Physical Therapy) Homecare Clinician PV (Per Visit) to join our team! As a PT Homecare Clinician PV, you will provide evaluation and physical therapy treatment in accordance with agency standards, the laws and regulations governing the provision of physical therapy services in the state of Maryland, District of Columbia or Virginia and other regulatory requirements.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

• Analyzes and documents patients and family's response to interventions. Evaluates measurable progress toward goals and revises the plan of care.
• Identifies and modifies underlying factors that impede progress toward goals. Makes recommendations for updates in plan of care, using knowledge of interventions and resources.
• Establishes and documents teaching plan for patients/families based on patients' level of knowledge, diagnosis, prescribed treatment, and available resources.
• Communicates (verbal, written, demonstration) respectfully with patients/families, supervisor, peers, and other health team members. Establishes visit schedule and informs patient/family and team supervisor.
• Implements an effective physical therapy treatment plan with the patient, their family/caregiver, the patient's physician, and health care team and modifies as needed.

Evaluation includes interview, observation, palpation, specialized assessments including goniometry, muscle strength testing, and sensory testing. Such assessments require use of tools (e.g., goniometer, sphygmomanometer, stethoscope) and the possession of sight and hearing senses or the use of prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.

Independently implements and documents plans of care for patients with routine to complex problems to facilitate continuity of care. Documented interventions are related to planning of care. Interventions reflect the standard of care for patient condition/diagnosis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy from an accredited school.
• 1-2 years clinical experience.
• License to practice Physical Therapy in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia or any combination based on work location(s).
• CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation).
• Valid State Driver's License in good standing with a dependable vehicle for transportation.

This position has a hiring range of $72,758.40.