Job Description
Job Description
Description : Occupational Summary
Provide physical therapy services in alignment with the patient’s plan of care. Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments, evaluate patient responses to therapy interventions, and accurately document all evaluations and treatments provided. Reports to the Home Health Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver physical therapy services in accordance with professional standards and agency policies
- Complete timely and accurate documentation of all therapy interventions and patient responses
- Perform comprehensive assessments and reassessments of patients and families as therapy progresses
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to develop and adjust individualized plans of care
- Implement skilled physical therapy interventions with a sound understanding of available treatment options
- Provide therapeutic treatments and assess the need for assistive devices or medical equipment
- Offer guidance and consultation to patients, families, and other agency personnel as appropriate
- Evaluate patient progress, complete OASIS assessments accurately, and adjust care plans accordingly
- Facilitate discharge planning, including final assessments and care recommendations
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants at least every 30 days and Home Health Aides every 14 days, when applicable
- Participate in required staff meetings, in-service training, and continuing education programs
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements :
Current, valid state license to practice as a Physical TherapistGraduation from a physical therapy education program approved by :The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), orA successor of CAPTE, orAn internationally recognized equivalent program, evaluated by a credentialing agency approved by the APTA or listed in 8 CFR 212.15(e)Successful completion of a state-approved licensing examinationMinimum of two years of relevant clinical experience preferredCurrent BLS (Basic Life Support) certificationProficiency in reading, writing, and speaking EnglishExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to meet deadlines and work independently with minimal supervisionPhysically able to climb two flights of stairs and stand / walk for a minimum of four hoursCapable of lifting, pushing, or pulling 20–50 lbs on a regular basisAble to reach, stoop, bend, and kneel safely using proper body mechanics in patient home settingsProficient computer skills with the ability to learn and use agency softwareValid state driver’s licenseSatisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as required by agency and insurance providerProof of current auto insuranceAvailability to work evenings and weekends as needed