Physical Therapist (Home Health)

Adventist Health; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health in Cornelius, Oregon seeks a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to plan and conduct segments of therapy programs for home health and hospice patients. You will work as co-leader in an interdisciplinary team, providing evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge planning to restore and improve function.

Applicants must hold a DPT, be licensed in applicable states, CPR/BLS, and have a valid DL.

Qualifications

• DPT degree required; only if license obtained on or after Jan 2016 or foreign equivalent.
• Physical Therapy licensure in all applicable states required.
• CPR or BLS certification required per AH policy.
• Valid driver's license and must be 21+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations to assess patient needs and plans individualized treatment.
• Provides therapy interventions using established protocols and techniques.
• Develops discharge plans and communicates them to involved parties.
• Completes accurate clinical documentation within deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants and performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Our home health and hospice agencies are located throughout California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. They serve the entire community and offer personalized in-home care, and many have been recipients of Home Care Elite awards. So whether you're looking for the buzz of a large city, the tranquility of nearby mountain bike trails or something in between, we encourage you to explore our organization.

Job Summary:

Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives. Serves as co-leader in interdisciplinary approach to patient groups.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2016; or foreign equivalent.

Licenses/Certifications: Physical Therapy licensure in all applicable states of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Valid Driver's License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required

Essential Functions:

Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.Supervises assigned assistants.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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