PRN Home Health Physical Therapist

Advanced Home Health and Hospice of Waco; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Advanced Home Health and Hospice of Waco in Texas is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for home health visits. You will evaluate patients, design personalized plans, and collaborate with a care team to improve mobility and independence. PRN schedule with weekdays and weekends flexibility.

Join a team that values compassionate care, documentation accuracy, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapy license in Texas.
• 1+ years of PT experience, preferably in home health.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop individualized therapy plans.
• Implement treatment programs to improve mobility and function.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs.
• Monitor progress and document reports to supervising physicians.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists for coordinated care.
• Advise on assistive devices and home modifications.
• Maintain accurate patient records per standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient-focused care

Multitasking

Education

Physical Therapy License (TX)

Job description

Description

Schedule: PRN, Weekdays, Weekends, Flexible Availability

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients’ physical abilities, limitations, and needs to develop individualized therapy plans.


• Develop and implement effective treatment programs to improve patients’ mobility, strength, flexibility, and overall functional performance.


• Utilize therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, modalities, and assistive devices to address specific physical impairments and goals.


• Educate patients and their families on exercise techniques, home exercise programs and strategies to support recovery and enhance daily living activities.


• Monitor and document patient progress, responses to therapy, and any changes in condition providing detailed reports to the supervising physicians and other healthcare team members.


• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.


• Provide guidance on the use of assistive devices and home modifications to improve patient functional independence.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.


• Participate in the development of care plans and case conferences with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.


• Tay currently has advancements in physical therapy practices and participates in ongoing professional development.


• Perform all other duties assigned.

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state where work is performed.


• 1 or more years of physical therapy experience, preferrably in a home health or similar setting.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.


• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50lbs.


• Capability to perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods.


• Strength to handle therapeutic equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities.


• Visual acuity and dexterity for performing tasks such as reading medical records, administering injections, and handling therapeutic tools.


• Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.


• Capacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.


• Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.


• This job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.


• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

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