PHYSICAL THERAPIST - Home Health
New Grads Welcome
Kamelya Home Health Care - San Diego, CA
We believe every patient deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and exceptional care is our standard. We at Kamelya Home Health will create and nurture patient-centered relationships and an environment which promotes home health care at its best throughout the patient’s care continuum.
Job Description
The physical therapist employed through the Kamelya is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.
1. 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:
- Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
- Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
- Directing physical therapy treatment.
- Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
- Determining priority needs for physical therapy
- Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition
2. 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.
3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
5. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
6. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
9. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
10. Participates in peer consultation process.
11. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
12. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Qualifications
- Possesses a degree from a doctorate program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
- Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State, if applicable.
- One year appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred, although NEW GRADS are welcome.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at 619.303.8341
Job Types: Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week
Benefits:
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
Experience:
- Home health: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
