Physical Therapist - Home Health - PRN - Columbus, Ohio

Compassus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist to join their compassionate team. In this vital role, you will provide coordinated care to patients of all ages, ensuring their well-being through personalized treatment plans. You will collaborate with a diverse interdisciplinary team, utilizing your expertise to assess and meet patient needs effectively. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals while upholding the highest standards of care and ethical conduct. If you are passionate about enhancing patient quality of life and thrive in a supportive environment, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in state of employment required.
• Two years of experience in acute care or rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated care to patients, planning and evaluating treatment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient well-being.
• Document and revise patient care plans based on ongoing assessments.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Language Skills

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

Company: Compassus

Position Summary:

The Home Health Physical Therapist - PPV is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Home Health Physical Therapist is a licensed professional who provides coordinated care to patients of all age groups. S/he plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. S/he plans, organizes, and conducts physical therapy treatment program based on the medical referral and their evaluation. S/he collaborates with interdisciplinary team (IDT).

Position Specific Responsibilities:

• Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA).
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency; i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payors.
• Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary.
• Performs initial and ongoing clinical assessments to identify patient needs, determine level of functioning, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points and appropriateness of patient for home health.
• Performs and oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patients’ needs and desires.
• Prepares, and completes a Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care-team members. Documents on progress notes, phones orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revises the P.O.C based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.
• Plans and provides appropriate treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment.
• Assists/instructs patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instructs on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., in a safe manner. Utilizes appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy required.
• Two (2) years of experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting highly preferred.

Skills:

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, colleagues, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Active and unencumbered Physical Therapist license in state(s) of employment required.
• Current CPR certification required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.

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