Physical Therapist - Seguin, TX (Sign On Bonus)

Excelin; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Excelin Home Health in Seguin, Texas is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a full-time role. You will provide PT services under a physician's plan of care and help patients regain mobility in home health settings.

The position requires 2 years of PT experience, state license, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with insured vehicle; sign-on bonus of $15,000 payable in two installments.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice physical therapy in the state.
• Two years of experience as a physical therapist; home health preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services per physician's plan of care.
• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait and ROM; develops the plan of care.
• Instructs patients and families in use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Directs physical therapy treatment and monitors progress.
• Prepares and submits clinical/progress summaries as required.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

CPR certification

Licensed driver

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Physical Therapy

Job description

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Physical Therapist - Seguin, TX (Sign On Bonus)

Full Time Therapy Seguin, TX, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1467

$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS - payment in 2 payments 1 after a year and 1 after 2 years
Job Title/Position:Physical Therapist

Reports to: Clinical Director/Rehab Director

Position Summary: The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s plan of care. They may include, but will not be limited to:

• Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the
• development of the total plan of care.
• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
• Directing physical therapy treatment.
• Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
• Reporting to physician (or other authorized licensed independent practitioner) patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
• Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conference.
• May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
• Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
• Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.

Communication:

• Provides inservice education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
• Participates in peer consultation process.

Additional Duties:

• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
• Instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care provided every two (2) weeks when therapy is the only skilled service

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or masters program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.

2. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State, if applicable.

3. Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experienced preferred.

SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

2. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

3. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is

Compliance:

• Acknowledge my obligation and agreement to fulfill those duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and to be bound by these standards.
• Certify that throughout my association with EH I will comply with the terms of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies.
• Understand that violations of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies may lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.