Physical Therapist PT Home Heath

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know theres no place like home, and thats why our teams continue to provide high-quality care in patients' preferred home setting. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities:

• Promotes Elara Carings philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists.
• Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
• Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients functional goals.
• Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans; regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
• Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.
• Physically demanding environment; includes handling, lifting, and transfer of patients.
• May work irregular hours including call hours if applicable.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted PT license valid for the state of work.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a healthcare facility.
• Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area (up to 50%).
• Dependable vehicle, valid drivers license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds.