Job Details
Job Location: Pivot at South Austin - Austin , TX
Position Type: PRN
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Job Category: Physical Therapy
Description
Physical Therapist (PT)
- Performs ongoing clinical assessment, including OASIS assessments, at appropriate time points to identify patient needs, determine level of functioning, and appropriateness of patient for home care.
- Develops and evaluates the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
- Documents, prepares, and completes clinical notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis and in a timely manner. Revises the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.
- Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care; oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patients’ needs.
- Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating or performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
- Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Provides supervision and guidance to physical therapy assistants and home health aides, as appropriate.
- Plans and provides appropriate treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program.
- Active, state license as a physical therapist, or a multi-state license issued by a Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (PTLC) member state, or if licensure do not apply, meets one of the requirements listed in 42 CFR §484.115(h).
- Two years of experience as a physical therapist in an acute care, rehabilitation, or home health setting preferred.
- Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR certification. Knowledge of durable medical equipment.
- Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance. Must have current driver’s license.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Pivot. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.
We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package
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