PRN Physical Therapist - ProHealth Home Health and Hospice (Troup County, GA.)

ProHealth Home Health and Hospice; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a dedicated PRN Physical Therapist to provide exceptional care in patients' homes. This role involves administering physical therapy according to physician directives, ensuring each patient receives personalized treatment aimed at improving their quality of life. You will collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals, utilizing your expertise to enhance patient outcomes. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapist program.
• Currently licensed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy to patients in their homes.
• Implements physician-prescribed therapy and evaluates patient progress.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Care

ICD-10 Coding

Clinical Evaluation

Education

Physical Therapist Degree

Job description

PRN Physical Therapist - ProHealth Home Health and Hospice (Troup County, GA.)

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Job Summary

A Registered Physical Therapist (PT) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor.

Job Details

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Registered Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Summary

A Registered Physical Therapist (PT) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a physical therapist curriculum approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, American Physical Therapy Association, or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, or the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association and American Physical Therapy Association.
• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Two (2) years’ experience, preferred.
• Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Agency.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
• Provides physician prescribed physical therapy.
• Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
• Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
• Participates with all other home care personnel in patient care planning.
• Directs and supervises personnel as required.
• Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician.
• Consults with physicians regarding change in treatment.
• Writes reports to physicians regarding patient’s progress.
• Instructs patients and family/significant others in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Participates in inservice programs and presents inservice programs as assigned.
• Participates in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
• Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Assists physician with evaluating level of function.
• Helps develop the plan of care and revise as necessary.
• Consults with family and Agency personnel.
• Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care,
  
  

discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency defined time frames.

• Appropriately utilizes ICD-10 codes.
  
  

Working Environment

Job Description – Registered Physical Therapist (PT) …continued

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

Job Relationship

• Supervised by: Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor
• Workers Supervised: Physical Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide as assigned
  
  

Risk Exposure

High risk

Lifting Requirements

Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:

Ability to participate in physical activity.

Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.

Heavy lifting.

Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Home Health Care Services

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