Therapist / Physical Therapist Assistant / Massachusetts / Therapy - Physical Therapist Assistant (P

All Medical Personnel; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team in Springfield, MA. This role emphasizes delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the comfort of patients' homes, promoting optimal health and well-being. The ideal candidate will collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop personalized treatment plans and provide therapy to diverse patient populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in outpatient rehabilitation setting.
• Current license in Physical Therapy or ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop holistic care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide skilled physical therapy in patients' homes.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Care

Clinical Decision Making

Documentation

Communication

Technology Proficiency

Education

Current license in Physical Therapy

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS

Job description

Remember to check your CV before applying. Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.

Job Description :

1. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, the patient/family/caregiver, and the patient’s primary care provider to develop a holistic plan of care focused on achieving the patient/family physical therapy goals.
2. Instructs, coaches, guides, and intervenes to support the patient and family in achieving the best possible outcomes while remaining in the communities they value.
3. Promotes optimal health, well-being, and quality of life of home health patients, and their families by providing skilled, intermittent physical therapy in the patient’s home.
4. Practices independently in the patient’s home using excellent, evidence-based practice for assessment, clinical decision making, clinical practice, and coordination of care across the continuum.
5. Acts as case manager and team lead for patients requiring home health therapy services, especially when nursing is not involved or physical therapy is the primary need.
6. Assesses the patient and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and primary care provider to develop the patient-centered plan of care.
7. Provides physical therapy treatment to the patient/family/caregiver as ordered.
8. Completes accurate clinical documentation to support services provided within specified timeframes.
9. Provides physical therapy to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients based on principles of growth, development, and life stages.
10. Provides instruction to the patient/caregiver and revises the treatment plan as appropriate.
11. Maintains communication regarding patients with the case manager and other disciplines via care conferences or other methods.
12. Reports acute medical problems and condition changes to the primary care provider.
13. Provides supervision to Physical Therapy Assistants, Home Health Aides, and students in the clinical setting.
14. Completes regulatory required assessments and medication reconciliation within specified timeframes.

Qualifications :

1. 1-2 years outpatient rehabilitation setting experience.
2. At least two (2) years of physical therapy experience highly preferred.
3. One (1) year experience in home health or other health setting with geriatric emphasis.
4. Current license in Physical Therapy or ability to obtain prior to hire.
5. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred upon hire, and required within 90 days of hire.
6. Current Driver’s license.
7. Ability to work without direct supervision.
8. Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served.
9. Knowledge of physical therapy assessment, treatment methods, modalities, and equipment.
10. Ability to maintain effective relationships with other healthcare professionals.
11. Proficiency in using technology in a home care setting.
12. Demonstrates professionalism when interacting with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff.

Please reference Job number: 68989

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