Physical Therapist (PT) Kids on the Move

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region; Vermont; On-site; USD 10,000 - 481,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health and hospice care provider in Vermont is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist for the Kids on the Move program. This role involves providing skilled therapy services and developing individualized care plans for children. The position emphasizes flexibility, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program and have a passion for pediatric care.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Work-Life Balance

Autonomous Daily Schedule

Qualifications

• Two years clinical Physical Therapy experience preferred.
• Valid Vermont Driver's License and car insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans, and administers physical therapy treatment to clients.
• Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members.
• Supervises clinical activities of PTAs and students.

Skills

Collaboration

Self-Direction

Initiative

Electronic Medical Records

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy Program

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VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is currently seeking a per diem Physical Therapist (PT) for the Kids on The Move program in Rutland County. Are you looking to further your career in home health therapy? Would you like to work for a caring and supportive medical company that values its employees? If so, please read on!

About Vna & Hospice Of The Southwest Region

Based in Vermont, we are one of the largest non-profit home health and hospice care agency that delivers a wide range of advanced medical care with compassion, dependability, and expertise to people of all ages. Our mission is to provide the best care for every person and to put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. We strive to give customized care to individuals with chronic diseases and conditions as well as those who need short-term care. For our services, we have been recognized as one of the nation's top 100 performing home health agencies by HomeCare Elite.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PHYSICAL THERAPIST FOR KIDS ON THE MOVE PROGRAM

This position evaluates, plans, and administers medically prescribed or educationally relevant physical therapy treatment to clients in their homes or students in their respective educational environment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Essential functions:

• Performs a comprehensive PT assessments of assigned patients including, but not limited to psychosocial, educational, safety and risk factor parameters.
• Develops a plan of care to promote optimal functional independence and safety as documented by clinical record. Creates patient specific goals and ensures that the plan of care reflects logical interventions and advancement towards these goals.
• Plans for and provides skilled physical therapy treatment including, but not limited to, therapeutic techniques, patient/care giver education, etc. assessing the patient's status and progress on each visit and ensuring quality of care as documented.
• As Care Manager and/or team member, coordinates patient care with other clinical team members, including but not limited to, physicians, nurses, care givers, other rehab services and students, ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted.
• Accurately and completely performs functions as related to school-based services, including, but not limited to, evaluations, documentation, development of Individual Educational Plan IEP's, participation in meetings, and provision of direct and consultative services. Fills out and completes insurance paperwork in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Supervises and directs clinical activities of PTAs, PT students and home care aides.
• Completes required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Participates in in-service training programs for our customers including, but not limited to Rehabilitation, Medical, Nursing staff, volunteers, community groups, etc.
• Proactively engages in the marketing and promotion of Rehab services including, but not limited to, developing specialized areas of service, participating in public health fairs, medical community, etc.
• Works collaboratively with QI staff to maximize accuracy of clinical notes and OASIS documents.
• Coordinates safe patient discharges and/or transfers (or upon knowledge of) and ensures all appropriate paperwork and patient information.
  
  

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program required.
• Two years of clinical Physical Therapy experience preferred. Prior Home Care experience preferred
• Have self-direction and initiative, as well as be able to work collaboratively with colleagues within the agency.
• Experienced with electronic medical records required.
• Valid Vermont Driver's License and car insurance.
  
  

WORK SCHEDULE

This Physical Therapist (PT) position offers flexible hours, we at the VNA value work-life balance. Our clinicians have autonomy in their position to create their daily schedule to meet the needs of their clients, allowing the flexibility to prioritize their personal and family needs.

READY TO JOIN OUR HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE CARE TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this PT job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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