Physical Therapy - Home Health (Santa Cruz)

Physical Therapy (PT) - Home Health

OPO Health was founded by healthcare and clinical leaders with over 50 years of combined experience in Home Health, Hospice, and Private Duty Home Care. As a community-driven provider, we are on a mission to create a better tomorrowone patient experience at a time.

Locally owned and operated, majority women board of directors, women owned and operated, LGBTQ+ led, owned and operated.

Position: Physical Therapy (PT) - Home Health Employment Status: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem Location: Caseload tailored to your preferred location. (OPO Health is licensed in over 15 counties.)

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Patient Care:

• Deliver physical therapy services in accordance with the physician's written plan of care, including but not limited to:
  • Assessing and evaluating patients' therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status.
  • Participating in the development and adjustment of the overall plan of care.
  • Assessing muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion (ROM), and rehabilitation potential.
  • Administering and directing physical therapy treatments.
  • Instructing patients and caregivers in the use and maintenance of therapeutic equipment or appliances.
  • Identifying and prioritizing physical therapy needs.
  • Reporting patient responses to treatment or changes in condition to the physician.
• Initiate physical therapy programs and guide family members, caregivers, or other personnel in specific phases of therapy to support patient progress.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers regarding therapy goals and techniques, participating in case conferences as necessary.
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for additional home health services and make appropriate referrals.
• Prepare and submit clinical documentation and progress reports based on patients' goal attainment.
• Contribute to discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition of care.

Communication:

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical notes and provide updates to the primary physician as needed.
• Communicate effectively with physicians regarding patients' conditions, needs, and any necessary adjustments to care plans, obtaining orders as required.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Active and unencumbered California Physical Therapist (PT) license.
• Valid California driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Minimum of one (1+) year of relevant experience.
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits:

• Reimbursement for mileage, tolls, and parking.
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable).
• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.
• Caseload assignments based on your location preference.