Physical Therapist - Home Health

Georgia Orthopaedic Society.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to compassionate patient care. This role as a Physical Therapist involves delivering essential therapy services to patients in their homes and inpatient settings. You will work collaboratively with a team to develop personalized care plans, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. With opportunities for professional growth, including clinical education for students and participation in outreach activities, this position offers a fulfilling career path. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families while advancing your professional journey in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or certification in physical therapy required.
• Current Physical Therapist license in North Carolina is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients with various impairments.
• Collaborate with patients to create and update individualized care plans.
• Maintain documentation and meet productivity standards.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Reasoning

Care Plan Development

Team Collaboration

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's or Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke HomeCare & Hospice

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke HomeCare & Hospice, which offers hospice, home health, and infusion services across the region, as well as serving as the home for the Duke Caregiver Support Program. Team members work closely with a patient's physician to provide comprehensive, individualized care in the comfort of their home or at our inpatient hospice facility in Durham, NC.

Job Summary

Provide physical therapy services to patients/clients with impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes. Offer prevention and wellness services, including screenings and health promotion. The senior serves as a resource for the team and department, participating in orientation and teaching activities for students. The physical therapist works within practice guidelines as defined by North Carolina state law.

Work Performed

1. Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning in evaluating data, diagnosing, and developing care plans.
2. Collaborate with patients and families to create and update care plans with measurable goals and discharge plans tailored to individual needs.
3. Understand and integrate the role of physical therapy within the patient's total needs and environment.
4. Exhibit age-appropriate skills relevant to the patient's conditions.
5. Follow intervention protocols and adjust plans as needed.
6. Discharge patients when goals are met or services are no longer necessary, with follow-up as needed.
7. Maintain competency in evaluations specific to your practice area.
8. Meet patient care productivity standards.
9. Work collaboratively with supervisors and peers to optimize team productivity.
10. Utilize support personnel appropriately.
11. Participate in patient coverage across divisions.
12. Assess learning needs of patients and caregivers, initiating education timely.
13. Use effective educational methods and monitor patient response, adjusting as needed.
14. Ensure understanding of accessing further interventions.
15. Complete timely, legible documentation meeting standards.
16. Deliver clear oral reports.
17. Perform data collection within time frames.
18. Meet peer review standards.
19. Provide clinical education for students, supervising 1-2 students for long-term rotations.
20. Participate in outreach and research activities as requested.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to push-pull, lift-carry, and transfer patients.

Level Characteristics

Refer to Clinical Ladder administration document.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree or certification in physical therapy; Master's or Clinical Doctorate preferred.

Experience

None beyond required education; more experience may be preferred.

Licenses, Certifications

Current Physical Therapist license in North Carolina.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value the rich perspectives and backgrounds of our community members, fostering a secure and welcoming environment for all.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Some roles may include specific physical and/or mental requirements, with accommodations available upon request.