Physical Therapist - Home Health

Home Nursing & Therapy Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare provider in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Registered Physical Therapist to provide coordinated care to patients of all age groups. The therapist will evaluate needs, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a team to ensure optimal patient well-being. Applicants should possess a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and a valid state license. This role offers a salary between $90,000 and $115,000 with benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an approved program.
• Active state license as a physical therapist required.
• Minimum two years of experience in a relevant setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing clinical assessments to identify patient needs.
• Develop and evaluate a plan of care in partnership with patients.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants and provide guidance as needed.

Skills

Therapy skills

Good interpersonal skills

Knowledge of durable medical equipment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

A registered professional who provides coordinated care to patients of all age groups. Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. Plans, organizes, and conducts physical therapy treatment programs based on the medical referral and their evaluation. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team.

Essential Functions

Evaluation:

• Performs ongoing clinical assessment, including OASIS assessments, at appropriate time points to identify patient needs, determine level of functioning, and appropriateness of patient for home care.
• Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
• Documents, prepares, and completes clinical notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis and promptly.
• Revises the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.
• Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care; oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patients’ needs.
• Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating or performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Provides supervision and guidance to physical therapy assistants and home health aides, as appropriate.
• Plans and provides appropriate treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment.
• Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency and licensing board.
• Assists and instructs patients and families in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instructs on the use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., in a safe manner.
• Utilizes appropriate therapy equipment specific to patients’ diagnoses and needs.
• Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling; provides patient and caregiver education.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Promotes Agency philosophy and administrative policies.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Participates in the Agency’s QAPI program.
• Participates in Agency-sponsored in-service training.

Job Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association-approved program.

Licensure:

• Active, state license as a physical therapist, or a multi-state license issued by a Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (PTLC) member state, or if licensure does not apply, meets one of the requirements listed in 42 CFR §484.115(h).

Experience:

• Two years of experience as a physical therapist in an acute care, rehabilitation, or home health setting preferred.

Skills:

• Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of durable medical equipment.

Transportation:

• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance. Must have a current driver’s license.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in a healthcare facility or patients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, body fluids, and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort

The ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, and standing. Prolonged standing and walking are required. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/client needs, and to meet patient and family psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Salary

$90,000 - $115,000

Benefits

• Continuing education credits.
• Dental Insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.

Medical Specialties

• Home Health.

Schedule

• On call.

Ability to Relocate

• San Antonio, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required).

Work Location

On the road