Physical Therapist Part-Time

Addus HomeCare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

401(k) company match

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

Job summary

Addus HomeCare in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to join our growing home health team. You will deliver PT services per physician plans, educate patients and families, and contribute to care planning in patients’ homes.

Requirements include PT licensure in NM, CPR/First Aid, and 2+ years of acute care or equivalent experience. Travel to patient homes and reliable transportation are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a PT program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or equivalent.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice.
• At least two years’ experience in an acute hospital or equivalent (preferred).
• Must possess CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver’s license and appropriate automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Advise, consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures to clients, family members and agency staff.
• Assist the provider in evaluating level of function.
• Participate in the development of the plan of care.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Translate all exercise into functional activities or activities of daily living.
• Develop plans for modifying equipment and the client’s home environment.
• Report client progress to the attending provider and document changes.
• Provide families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate progress.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants according to policy and state regulations.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and track goals and progress.

Skills

Physical Therapist

Education

PT school approved by APTA

Licensed Physical Therapist in-state

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Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Physical Therapist to come join our rapidly growing team in Albuquerque, NM.

• Part-Time (2-3 days a week with possible weekend coverage)
• Competitive pay
• Mileage Reimbursement

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

Physical Therapist What You�ll Do:

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Advise, consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members and other agency staff
• Assist the provider in evaluating level of function
• Participate in the development of the plan of care
• Prepare clinical and progress notes
• Translate all exercise into functional activities or activities of daily living
• Develop needed plans for modifying equipment, appliances and the physical surrounding in clients home
• Confer regularly with attending provider regarding client�s progress and report the physical and emotional conditions and reactions to treatment and interpret social and physical factors in the environment that affect care
• Interpret to the client and family the implication of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the provider
• Provide families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate them in their progress
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
• Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients�

Qualifications:

• Physical Therapist
  • Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the Physical Therapy Association
  • Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
  • At least two (2) years� experience in an acute hospital or equivalent experience (preferred)
  • Must possess current CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance