Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT)

Company: Apollo Medical Home Health - a LiveWell Partners Network Agency

Compensation: Guaranteed base Salary, Per point incentive pay in addition to the base salary, Per point value between $68 and $71, Payroll processed bi-weekly (26 pay periods), Mileage reimbursed at $0.67/mile (in accordance with IRS guidelines of reimbursement).

Shift Type: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM (flexible), In the field/On the road at 15-30% of the average 40 hour work week.

Benefits:

• 100% Company Paid Premiums for Dental, Vision, & Short-Term Disability Coverage

• 3 Medical Plan Options with Low Premiums

• Whole Person Approach

• Monthly Mobile Device Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 3.5% Match

• Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Tablet Provided

• PTO 

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Referral Program

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Flexibility

• Employee Assistance Program

• Positive & Supportive Culture

• Professional Growth Opportunities

   

Summary:

The Physical Therapist (“PT”) is responsible for evaluating/assessing the needs of our patients and formulating treatment plans in the home care environment. A PT provides therapy services, including the creation and administration of care plans, as well as oversees physical therapy assistants. A PT must work collaboratively across the internal interdisciplinary care team, physicians, and other stakeholders in our patient’s care.

Responsibilities:

• Determine physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with the care team and physicians through initial and ongoing assessments of the patient's condition. 

• Provide and complete all proper documentation. 

• Administer physical therapy treatments as ordered by a physician. Direct and oversee treatment given by physical therapy assistants.

• Evaluate the effects of physical therapy treatments and the fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patients’ progress, and recommending adjustments and modifications.

• Complete discharge planning by consulting with the care team and physicians and assure any appropriate continuation of the therapeutic plan post-discharge (e.g., home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing equipment; recommending outpatient follow-up programs). 

• Participate in weekly case conferences and effectively communicate about patient care across disciplines involved. 

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of physical therapy experience is preferred with a preference for 2+ years in an acute or a post-acute care setting.

• Active state licensure in physical therapy is required.

• Proof of current CPR certification and valid driver’s license.

• Proof of current auto insurance coverage.

At LiveWell Partners, we strive to provide a fulfilling career where each team member has rewarding opportunities to positively impact our patients' lives. Every team member at LiveWell is critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our communities have come to expect from our agencies through the years.

 

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