PRN Physical Therapist ( PT ), In Home Outpatient

AW Health Care; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative home health agency seeks a dedicated part-time Physical Therapist to join their team. This role involves providing in-home outpatient and hospice care to patients, assessing their needs, developing personalized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes. With a commitment to patient-centered care, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals in your community. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a BS degree.
• Current certification and valid therapy license in Missouri required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient functional ability and develop treatment plans.
• Document visits and communicate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Instruct and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and caregivers.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Physical Therapy Evaluation

Treatment Plan Development

Documentation Skills

Interdisciplinary Team Coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Tools

Durable Medical Equipment

Job description

Description:

AW Health Care is a St. Louis based, independently operated, women-owned enterprise. We recently celebrated our 25th anniversary in the home health industry. AW is a rapidly growing home health agency, with an innovative approach to patient centered care. Our team consists of over 500 employees serving over 1500 patients in Missouri and Illinois.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a part-time PT to service our Jefferson County community and Chesterfield / Ballwin areas. This individual will be seeing In Home Outpatient & Hospice patients in their place of residence.

Responsibilities:

1. Assesses patient functional ability and potential.
2. Completes PT evaluation to determine potential benefit from therapy and to establish an effective plan of treatment.
3. Develops and implements medically prescribed PT plan of treatment.
4. Prepares written plan of treatment for physician’s signature, including clinical findings, goals, and rehab potential. Assures that all PT orders include specific procedures and modalities to be used with a specific emphasis on amount, frequency, and duration of treatment.
5. Understands and interprets medical information from patient record and rest of interdisciplinary team.
6. Establishes goals and discharge plans.
7. Interprets and adapts physician orders.
8. Coordinates treatment plan with interdisciplinary team.
9. Instructs and supervises PTA in provided services and evaluates performance and effectiveness and progress of services provided at least every 30 days.
10. Instructs and supervises patient/caregiver/family member in aspects of PT to be carried out.
11. Accurately and completely documents each visit in a timely manner.
12. Communicates with physician and interdisciplinary team all appropriate data and changes in patient condition, complications, and additional needs.
13. Orders and/or supervises ordering of specialized durable medical equipment.
14. Attends and participates in case conference and agency in-service programs.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:
Works indoors in Agency office, residential living facilities, and patient homes. Can travel to/from patient homes.

Job Relationships:
Supervised by: Regional Director of Therapy, Outpatient
Workers Supervised: Physical Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide as assigned

Exposure Risk:
High risk

Requirements:
Qualifications:

1. Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy, culminating in a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree;
2. Current certification with the National Board for Certification and valid therapy license in the state of Missouri.
3. Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
4. Two (2) years experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:

1. Ability to participate in physical activity.
2. Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
3. Moderate lifting.
4. Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.