Physical Therapist (PT) Home Health

Job OverviewThe Home Health Physical Therapist is responsible for providing skilled physical therapy services to patients in their place of residence. This role focuses on restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing disability through individualized, goal-oriented physical therapy interventions. The Physical Therapist collaborates with physicians, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care and optimal clinical outcomes.Responsibilities / Essential FunctionsClinical Care & AssessmentReceive and review intake referral information and prepare all physical therapy documentation and tools required for patient visitsPerform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and reassessments, documenting findings accurately and within required timeframesConduct home safety and environmental assessments and implement interventions to reduce fall risk and improve safetyAssist the physician in evaluating functional status through diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional testingPlan of Care & TreatmentDevelop, implement, and update individualized Physical Therapy Plans of Care (POC) based on patient needs and physician ordersSubmit Plans of Care and recommendations to the physician for review, approval, and ongoing coordinationProvide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independenceEvaluate Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) and incorporate findings into treatment planningDetermine medical necessity for continued therapy and for referral to other disciplines as appropriateCommunication & CoordinationMaintain effective communication with patients and families regarding treatment goals, progress, and outcomesCommunicate with physicians verbally and/or in writing regarding patient status, treatment recommendations, and therapy effectivenessCollaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services, including participation in case conferences as scheduled or triggered by clinical eventsProvide education and instruction to patients and caregivers on the safe use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices (e.g., canes, walkers, wheelchairs, mechanical lifts)Supervision & ComplianceDevelop and implement the Plan of Care when PT is the only skilled discipline orderedComplete and submit all required OASIS assessments and documentation within 48 hours of the OASIS visitParticipate in Clinical Record Reviews (CRR) in collaboration with leadershipMinimum QualificationsCurrent, active California Physical Therapy license in good standingMinimum of two (2) years of experience as a Physical Therapist, in a home health settingSuccessful completion of a criminal background checkCurrent CPR/BLS certificationValid California driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current automobile insuranceProficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and mobile documentation toolsWhy Join HealingHaven?Flexible scheduling with autonomy in the fieldExposure to operations, clinical leadership, and agency developmentSupportive leadership team focused on quality and complianceMileage Reimbursement
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