PAY IS PER VISIT NOT PER HOUR
SIGN ON BONUS $5,000
The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.
Responsibilities
- Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This may include, but will not be limited to:
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Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care and evaluates home environment.
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Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
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Directing physical therapy treatment.
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Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
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Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
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Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
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Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
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May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
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Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
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Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
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Participates in discharge planning for patient.
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Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
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Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
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Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
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Participates in peer consultation process.
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Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
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When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
Qualifications:
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Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master's program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
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Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state, if applicable.
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Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.
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Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
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Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
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Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Job Types: PRN
Pay: $75.00-100.00 per visit (typical visit 1 hour)
Medical specialties: Home Health
Work setting: In-person
Ability to commute: Denver, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience: Discipline 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification: Discipline License (Required)
Note - This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Job duties may also be adjusted based on organizational and industry needs.
