Physical Therapist - PT - Home Health

Lifecare Home Health Family; Stuart (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their compassionate team. This role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating care for clients of all ages, ensuring their well-being through tailored therapy treatments. The company values employee support and offers a positive work environment, emphasizing professional growth and teamwork. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that truly values your skills and dedication to patient care.

Benefits

Recruitment Incentive Program

Continuing Education Training

Employee Recognition Programs

Performance Incentives

Family Team Environment

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a PT in a clinical care setting required.
• Must read, write, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide treatment for neuro-muscular and orthopedic disorders.
• Document and complete a Plan of Care and other clinical records.
• Monitor assigned cases for compliance with third-party payer requirements.

Skills

Therapy skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

Coverage Areas: Martin County, Port Saint Lucie County and surrounding area

Job Summary:

Physical Therapist will provide coordinated care to clients of all age groups. Plans, implements, and evaluates client care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. Plans, organizes, and conducts physical therapy treatment based on the medical referral and evaluation.

Why Complete Home Care?

Join our team at Complete Home Care and be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Complete Home Care is the place for you! We take pride in not only providing excellent care to our patients but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.

We provide:

1. Recruitment Incentive Program
2. Continuing Education Training
3. Employee Recognition Programs
4. Performance Incentives
5. Family Team Environment
6. Milage Reimbursement

Job Responsibilities:

1. Promote/exemplify the Company mission, vision, and values at all times.
2. Perform clinical assessments; identify patient needs and appropriateness of client.
3. Document, prepare/revise and complete a Plan of Care (POC), progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis.
4. Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordination/performing client care activities to protect both client and staff (OSHA).
5. Plan and provide appropriate treatment for neuro-muscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment.
6. Assist/instruct client/family in transfer techniques appropriate to client abilities. Instruct on the use of equipment.
7. Provide effective communication to clients, their families, team members, and other healthcare professionals. Regular participation in case conferences/team meetings.
8. Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third-party payers.
9. Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner to assure compliance with company policy.
10. Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency.
11. Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency/licensing board.

Requirements

Experience:

• Two (2) years experience as a PT in a clinical care setting.
• Preferred: Home health experience.

Skills:

• Therapy skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• If required to make visits, Hepatitis profile.
• Must read, write, and comprehend English.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current driver’s license in good standing. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew their driver’s license before it expires in order to continue employment.
• Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.
• Current State professional license as a PT in any/all applicable states.
• Current CPR certification.

Ongoing employment as a PT always requires maintenance of a valid PT license in the state in which the therapist practices and a valid CPR certificate. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these before they expire in order to continue employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged standing/walking required.
• The ability to lift/transfer up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions, and allocate resources under stressful conditions.
• Meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs.
• Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Environmental/Working Conditions:

• Works in patient’s home in various conditions.
• Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.
• Some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call.
• Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule.