Home Health - Physical Therapist

HOME HEALTH - PHYSICAL THERAPIST (RPT)

We have a great opportunity for a Part Time Home Health Physical Therapist in the Indianapolis area.

1 : 1 Patient Care

Flexibility to Create Your Own Schedule

Mileage Reimbursement

Drive Time Reimbursement

Weekend Hours Available

Job Responsibilities

• The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing rehabilitation treatment and care in the home to the geriatric population.
• Evaluates patients and develops a rehabilitation plan within the parameters prescribed by the referring physician to improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction.
• Observe, record, and report the client's reaction to treatment and any changes in the client's condition to the Physician, DON, and Therapy Services Manager, according to policy.
• Promote coordination of care through interdisciplinary case conferences and communication with physician and field staff.
• Documents patient progress and communicates with other clinicians such as occupational therapy, speech therapy and skilled nursing on the status of patient's treatment plans.
• Participate in the agency's quality improvement program.
• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Directs and supervises Physical Therapy Assistants on the course of treatment for designated patients.
• Educates and instructs patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans and procedures.
• Plans patient discharges and communicates proper follow-up care to patient and caregivers.
• Adheres to established organizational and departmental policies, State and CMS guidelines, standard operating procedures, quality assessment, and safety guidelines.
• Displays and maintains behavior which promotes a positive experience for patients, caregivers, referring physicians, and co-workers.

Education, Licensure(s), And Qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer