Physical Therapist (Per Diem)

Job Description

Job Description

Bayhealth, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Home Health Physical Therapist to serve patients. The Physical therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates the patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.

• For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.

• Develop treatment programs and establish goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician (or other authorized licensed independent practitioner) and other Organization professionals.

• May teach new skills or re-train patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.

• May fabricate splints and instruct patients in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.

• May train patients in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

• Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician (or other authorized licensed independent practitioner) any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.

• Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.

• Attends and contributes to inservices, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.

• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.

• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the State, if applicable.

• Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.

• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.