Home Health - Physical Therapist

HOME HEALTH – PHYSICAL THERAPIST (RPT) We have a great opportunity for a   Part Time  Home Health Physical Therapist   (RPT) in Columbus / Greenwood, Indiana 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.   Experienced Physical Therapist is preferred but not required.

New grads welcome to apply!