Home Health Physical Therapy Case Manager

Home Health Physical Therapy Case Manager Job ID : R146476 Shift : 1st Full / Part Time : Full_time Pay Range : $43.30 - $64.95 Location : Mequon, WI - 6425 W Mequon Rd Mequon, WI 53092 8100 N Teutonia Ave Milwaukee, WI 53209 4655 N Port Washington Rd Glendale, WI 53212 Benefits Eligible : Yes Hours Per Week : 40 Our Commitment to You : Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards : benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including : Compensation Base compensation within the position's pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and / or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Schedule Details / Additional Information : Typically Monday through Friday, 8am to 4 : 30pm. Weekend rotation (every 8th to 10th weekend) required after 6 months in position. No nights or holidays required. Area of responsibility : Parts of north milwaukee and southern ozaukee counties to include : Mequon, Thiensville, River Hills, Bayside, Bay Shore, Whitefish Bay, Glendale, Brown Deer and a few areas of north Milwaukee. Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus! Major Responsibilities : Conducts a physical therapy evaluation of each patient and establishes a plan of care and treatment goals. Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and / or integument evaluations utilizing appropriate methods. Evaluates outcomes within an appropriate time frame. Provides on-going assessment of patient response to treatments and teaches and applies interventions as appropriate. Updates and revises plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report on a regular basis. Communicates problems to physicians and management and clearly states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as they occur. Completes a plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report. Maintains and updates clinical and patient records according to state and federal guidelines. Manages assigned caseload including scheduling and informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to provide coverage. Manages patient's medical condition including medications. Acts as a patient advocate to insure optimal outcomes. Manages assigned caseload for optimal functional and financial outcomes; reviews caseload for Low Utilization Payment Adjustments (LUPA), optimal number of visits based on progress, Prospective Payment Plan (PPS), and Outcome Based Quality Initiatives (OBQI) outcomes. May manage a caseload of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) including evaluating their patients, insuring compliance with established Care Plan, and adhering to all State of Wisconsin regulations regarding PTA supervision. Performs Home Health Aide joint visits as appropriate to maximize patient's functional abilities in the home. May assist with evaluating patients, turning patient over to PTA and informing PTA of Plan of Care (POC) per State of Wisconsin regulations. Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to patients and caregivers and develops plan for obtaining adaptive devices as needed. Discusses caseload issues and changes in case census with management. Communicates problems to physicians and management, and clearly states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as they occur. Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement activities. Facilitates discharge planning process and utilizes interagency / system and community resources to assure continuity of care after discharge. Acts as a resource to employees, which includes training / orienting, mentoring, and providing guidance on more complex issues. Serves as an instructor for students, meeting all expectations of the Clinical Student Program. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing / pulling, while utilizing proper technique. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required : Physical Therapy License in the State of Illinois or State of Wisconsin, must be licensed in the State upon which you work. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless department leader has determined is not required) by American Heart Association (AHA) A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles. Education / Experience Required : Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation. Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state professional standards. Requires 1 year of clinical experience or demonstration of strong spectrum of clinical affiliation experience Knowledge, Skills