Physical Therapist Southeast SA

Crest Home Health and Palliative Care; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Job summary

Crest Home Health and Palliative Care is seeking a registered professional physical therapist to provide coordinated care across age groups in home health settings. You will plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans to restore or maintain wellbeing.

The role requires collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, documenting progress, and adapting treatment programs based on referrals and assessments. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an APTA-approved program.
• Current Texas State License as a Physical Therapist.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessment and determine suitability of care for patients.
• Plan, implement and evaluate physical therapy treatment programs.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care.
• Document plans of care, progress notes, and orders; revise as needed.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and equipment usage.
• Ensure infection control practices and safety during therapy.
• Travel to patients' residences and carry out home health visits.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Home health experience

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance

Job description

We are looking for a registered professional physical therapist who provides coordinated care to patients of all age groups. Plans, implements and evaluates patient care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. Plans, organizes and conducts physical therapy treatment program based on the medical referral and their evaluation. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team.

Educational Requirements

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

Licensing/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Current Texas State License as a Physical Therapist, current Texas Driver License, and current CPR.

Attributes

• Knowledge of durable medical equipment.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-direction with a strong sense of team commitment.
• Ability to accept assigned duties and work in a cooperative manner with an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication/documentation skills.
• Experience in Home Health is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Able to see/hear/speak sufficiently to participate in written/verbal communication.
• Able to deal effectively with stress.
• Able to use fine motor skills for patient assessment.
• Able to stand, sit, bend, stoop, push, pull, and heavy lifting.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and travel to prospective patient’s residences.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessment; Identify patient needs and appropriateness of patient.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Performs and oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patients' needs and desires.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Assist/instruct patient/ family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instruct on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchair canes, etc., in a safe manner. Utilize appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs.
• Document, prepare and complete a Plan of Care, progress notes, phone orders and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revise the POC based on evaluation, ongoing assessment data.
• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation, proof of financial responsibility (car insurance and a valid state driver’s license)

Job Types

• PRN
• FT