Physical Therapist-Ripley County

Suburban Health at Home; Huntersville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Suburban Home Health in Indiana is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in home settings, helping them develop and execute activities of daily living. You will work collaboratively with physicians and therapists to design personalized rehab plans and monitor progress.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, guiding PT aides, educating patients and families, planning discharge, and adhering to safety and quality guidelines while delivering compassionate care

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy.
• Must hold a current permanent or temporary license from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in home to develop rehabilitation plans.
• Documents patient progress and coordinates with other clinicians.
• Administers active and passive exercises to relieve pain and improve function.
• Directs PT assistants and home health aides on treatment course.
• Educates patients, families and caregivers on plans and procedures.
• Plans discharge when goals are attained and coordinates follow-up care.
• Adheres to organizational policies, SOPs, QA and safety guidelines.

Job description

Description

Suburban Home Health is a jointly owned venture between several Suburban Health Organization hospital systems here in central Indiana! We work as an extension of the hospital consortiums you trust in your community, with the goal of improving care across the continuum for our homebound patients. Join our team and make a difference in your community!

Job Description

The Physical Therapist assesses and treats patients in the home in order to assists them in the development and execution of activities of daily living.

• Evaluates patients and develops a rehabilitation plan within the parameters prescribed by the referring physician to improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction.
• Documents patient progress and communicates with other clinicians such as occupational therapy, speech therapy and skilled nursing on the status of patient’s treatment plans.
• Administers active and passive exercises to help relieve pain, increase patient strength or decrease or prevent deformity.
• Directs physical therapist assistants and home health aides on the course of treatment for designated patients
• Educates and instructs patients, families and caregivers regarding treatment plans and procedures.
• Plans discharge when patient goals have been attained and communicates proper follow-up care to patient and caregivers.
• Adheres to established organizational and departmental policies, standard operating procedures, quality assessment, and safety guidelines.
• Displays and maintains behavior which promotes a positive experience for patients, caregivers, referring physicians and co-workers.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy and holder of a current permanent or temporary license from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and technical skill necessary for providing competent, comprehensive patient care.
• CPR certification required.
• Must possess an Indiana Driver's license and automobile liability coverage as required by the State of Indiana.
• Ability to travel to all regions serviced by the agency in various weather conditions
• Must have the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Summary

Suburban Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Suburban Home Health is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence. All employment decisions at Suburban Home Health are made based on job requirements, individual qualifications, or business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristics under applicable law. Suburban Home Health creates a culture with zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment and seeks an environment of inclusion and respect at work.