Physical Therapist Venango County

UPMC; Franklin (Venango County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist to provide age-sensitive therapy services in Venango County. This role involves evaluating and treating patients of all ages to maximize their functional abilities and ensure optimal care. You will focus on customer satisfaction, continuously develop your professional skills, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance service quality. Join a forward-thinking organization that values patient care and professional growth, making a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Provide professional physical therapy services in home and community settings.
• Evaluate, plan, and treat patients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Focus on customer service and strive for optimal patient satisfaction.
• Maintain documentation and comply with agency standards.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Customer Service

Patient Evaluation

Process Improvement

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Job description

UPMC is looking for a Home Health Physical Therapist supporting Venango County
Provide age sensitive professional physical therapy services in the home and community setting, including assessment, intervention, treatment and instruction to individuals of all ages to maximize functional abilities and ensure optimal care.

Responsibilities:

• Focuses on customer service and continually strives to perform the duties of their job in a manner that will result in optimal patient satisfaction.
• Continually develops professional skills by assuming responsibility for ongoing continuing education.
• Evaluates, plans, and treats patients in an effective Physical Therapy Program including the use of modalities and assistive devices within the Standards of Physical Therapy Practice.
• Identifies develops and participates in process improvement opportunities within the Agency's Home Health or Early Intervention programs that will enhance the quality of services we provide.
• Assigns and supervises the Certified Physical Therapy Assistant, if applicable.
• Attend compliance training and adhere to the organization's standards of conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Performs duties and job responsibilities in a fashion that coincides with the service management philosophy of UPMC towards patients, visitors, staff, peers, physicians, and other departments within the organization.
• Maintains and completes all required documentation, orders, Point of Care or written, promptly and accurately within Agency and regulatory standards. Data syncs (transmits) information same day, if applicable.
• Advises and consults with the family, inter-intradisciplinary team members, physicians, and other professionals, as appropriate, to ensure optimal patient care.
• Provide physical therapy services and participate in the development of a physical therapy plan of treatment including modalities, frequency, and treatment in collaboration with the referring physician for patients from birth to geriatrics to assist patients in obtaining maximum functional independence within the standards of physical therapy.