Physical Therapist Home Health Productivity

Riverside Regional Home Health Agency Walter Reed; Gloucester Point (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Regional Home Health Agency Walter Reed is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist to perform evaluations, develop plans of care and provide physical therapy treatments. The role requires a PT degree and Virginia licensure, with CPR/BLS within 30 days.

A 1-year PT background is preferred, and weekend shifts may be required as part of a flexible schedule. Responsibilities include performing timely assessments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, supervising aides, documenting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy required or equivalent.
• 1 year of Physical Therapy experience preferred.
• Virginia Physical Therapy license required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations, determine PT diagnoses and plan of care.
• Provide PT procedures to restore function, improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Conduct OASIS assessments and timely reassessments as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and supervise assistants as required.
• Document treatment outcomes and prepare discharge plans.

Skills

Growth & development knowledge

Assessment & interpretation

Care planning

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Gloucester, VirginiaHiring Range$96,400.00 - $132,550.00/Annual Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.OverviewA staff Physical Therapist will follow appropriate practices, to perform evaluations, timely re-evaluations and OASIS assessments, determine PT diagnoses, develop a plan of care, and perform physical therapy procedures to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, improving health, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disability. A staff Physical Therapist must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age, goal, and diagnosis appropriate care. This position must also be able to follow and adhere to the practices described in the Department Policy and Procedure Manual. The Therapist is required to be flexible with daily scheduling.What you will doPerforms evaluations, determines PT diagnoses, develops plan of care, and performs physical therapy procedures to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, improving health, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disability. Evaluates and assesses the patient timely, based on principles outlined by practice guidelines, evidence based guidelines and regulatory standards (state & organizational policies, requirements of accrediting bodies, etc.Provides reassessments including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points to determine the level of functioning. Updates and revises the plan of care in consultation with the physician and interdisciplinary team members.Builds trusting collaborative relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs. Actively participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings, as assigned.Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides in providing services including completion of required supervisory visit documentation. Participates in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.Provides therapeutic treatments and evaluation of equipment needs as applicable. Prepares clinical and progress notes that support skilled intervention and assesses outcomes of care. Plans for discharge of patient.Carries out treatment plan effectively and modifies to maximize therapeutic benefit and meet discharge criteria and return to optimal level of care. Utilizes testing results and develops updated plan of care based on principles outlined in appropriate evidence based guidelines.QualificationsEducationBachelors Degree, Physical Therapy (Required) orMasters Degree, Physical Therapy (Required) orDoctoral Degree, Physical Therapy (Required)Experience1 year Physical Therapy experience (Preferred)Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development throughout the life span, be able to assess patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data, and be able to interpret information to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care accordingly per patient care setting.Licenses and CertificationsLicense Physical Therapy (PT) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) andCPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the jobValid Drivers License RequiredOther RequirementsWeekend ShiftsTo learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.