Physical Therapist- Home Health (PRN)

Freedom At Home Dialysis; Rockwall (TX); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Freedom at Home Dialysis is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our Home Health Team. You will perform initial evaluations, develop patient-centered care plans, and complete CMS OASIS assessments in patients' homes.

You will administer therapeutic exercises and education, coordinate with physicians and caregivers, and document progress within agency timelines, ensuring safe transitions and quality outcomes for diverse homebound patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctor of Physical Therapy).
• Current, unencumbered Physical Therapist license in the state of practice (Texas).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• 1+ years of physical therapy experience required; home health or acute care/rehab experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance.

Responsabilités

• Conduct initial home health PT evaluations including comprehensive functional assessments, ROM, strength, balance, gait and home safety.
• Establish measurable, goal-oriented Plans of Care tailored to patient needs and physician orders.
• Perform CMS-compliant OASIS assessments (start of care, re-certifications, discharges).
• Re-evaluate patient progress and adjust goals or visit frequency as needed.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and manual therapy.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety strategies.
• Complete clinical documentation within mandated timeframes (24–48 hours).
• Collaborate with physicians, RNs, OTs, SLPs, MSWs and home health aides; supervise PTAs as required by state law.

Connaissances

Home health experience

OASIS knowledge

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Formation

Bachelor/Master/Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Description du poste

Freedom at Home Dialysis, Expedient Home Health Care and Green Hills Hospice are sister agencies. We are currently looking for a experienced Physical Therapist join our Home Health Team. Expedient Home Health provides comprehensive home health services to our coverage area.

Job Description

Clinical Assessment & Care Planning

• Conduct initial physical therapy evaluations in patient homes, including comprehensive functional assessments, range of motion, strength, balance, transfer ability, gait, pain, and home environment safety.
• Establish measurable, goal-oriented Plans of Care (POC) tailored to patient needs and physician orders.
• Perform timely Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) comprehensive assessments (start of care, re-certifications, discharges) in compliance with CMS guidelines.
• Re-evaluate patient progress regularly and modify treatment goals or treatment frequency as clinical condition indicates.

Direct Patient Care & Intervention

• Administer therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, balance activities, neuromuscular re-education, and manual therapy techniques.
• Assess safety and recommend appropriate durable medical equipment (DME), assistive devices (walkers, canes, wheelchairs), and home modifications (grab bars, ramp access).
• Educate patients, family members, and primary caregivers on home exercise programs (HEPs), body mechanics, fall prevention, and safety strategies.

Documentation & Coordination

• Complete clinical documentation (evaluations, daily visit notes, discharge summaries, OASIS data) within agency-mandated timeframes (typically within 24 to 48 hours).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, registered nurses (RNs), occupational therapists (OTs), speech-language pathologists (SLPs), medical social workers (MSWs), and home health aides.
• Participate in case conferences, care coordination meetings, and clinical quality reviews.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state licensing standards and agency supervision guidelines.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctor of Physical Therapy / DPT degree).
• Licensure: Current, unencumbered Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• Experience: 1+ years of physical therapy experience required; home health or acute care/rehab experience preferred. Working knowledge of OASIS documentation standards preferred.
• Transportation: Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance.

Additional Information

Criminal Background checks performed on all employees and applicants.