Physical Therapist (Per Diem)

Pathways Healthcare; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 165,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Visit Rate

Mileage Reimbursement

401(k) Match

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare is seeking a licensed physical therapist for in-home care in the Springfield, VA area with service coverage in Alexandria and surrounding regions. This per diem role offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to impact patients’ daily living through tailored rehabilitation plans.

You will assess patients in their homes, implement treatment plans, educate families, and coordinate discharge planning with other home health services.

Qualifications

• Degree as a physical therapist approved by an accredited organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients per physician plan of care and state PT Act, assessing status, environment, and rehabilitation potential.
• Develop individualized PT programs and train family/caregivers and staff involved in patient care.
• Instruct patients and families in use of therapies and prosthetics, and provide in-service education as needed.
• Participate in discharge planning and refer to other home health services when required.
• Prepare progress summaries documenting goals and outcomes per policy.
• Offer PT assistant consultation and engage in peer consultation to improve care quality.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

BLS CPR

Driver's license

Education

Physical Therapist degree

Job description

Why Join Pathways?

• Work in a supportive team environment and amazing corporate culture.
• Impact patients’ lives directly by providing in-home care.
• Opportunities for continued growth and professional development.

Position Details:

• Main Office location: Springfield, VA
• Service Area: Alexandria and Surrounding Areas
• Job Type: Per Diem
• Schedule: Flexible
• Per Visit Rates Apply

Responsibilities:

• Provide physical therapy services to patients in accordance with a written physician’s plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This includes assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, evaluating the home environment, and determining the potential for rehabilitation, including muscle strength, mobility, gait, and range of motion.
• Initiate and develop individualized physical therapy programs for patients while also instructing other personnel and/or family/caregiver members involved in the patient’s care. Actively participate in case conferences to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated treatment approach.
• Instruct patients and their families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances and, when necessary, train patients in the use of prosthetic devices. Additionally, provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
• Participate in discharge planning for patients, identifying their ongoing needs and referring them to other home health services as required.
• Prepare and submit clinical progress summaries based on the achievement of goals, following the guidelines set forth by the Organization policy.
• Offer physical therapy assistant consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated, and actively engage in the peer consultation process to enhance the overall quality of care.

Qualifications:

• Possess a degree as a physical therapist approved by an accredited organization.
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience as a physical therapist (preferred), with priority given to those with community/home health experience is desirable.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational abilities.
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.
  

Our Benefits:

• Per Visit Rate
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible schedule