Physical Therapist

Transform Lives as a Full-Time Home Health PT – Jackson, TN Physical Therapist (PT) required to deliver home health services, manage patient care, and collaborate with healthcare professionals. Physical Therapist What You’ll Do: Provide physical therapy services according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. Advise, consult, and teach appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members, and other agency staff. Assist the provider in evaluating level of function. Participate in the development of the plan of care. Prepare clinical and progress notes. Translate all exercise into functional activities or activities of daily living. Develop plans for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in the client's home. Confer regularly with attending provider regarding client’s progress and report physical and emotional conditions and reactions to treatment, and interpret social and physical factors that affect care. Interpret to the client and family the implication of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the provider. Provide families with information, support, and encouragement to help motivate them in their progress. Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on attainment of goals. Supervise physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations. Maintain accurate clinical records, tracking goals and progress of clients. Qualifications: Physical Therapist Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association. Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice. At least two (2) years’ experience in an acute hospital or equivalent experience (preferred). Must possess current CPR and First Aid certification. Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance. Benefits: Competitive Pay + PTO & Holidays. Mileage Reimbursement. Flexible schedule – Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. 401(k) with company match. Supportive, team-oriented environment. Serve patients where they live; grow your career; be valued; make an impact. Great culture and team atmosphere. Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on the first of the month. Generous time off accruals. Paid holidays. Tuition reimbursement. Employee referral program. Merit increases. Employee discount programs. Work/life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Addus HomeCare