Physical Therapist

TCI has an immediate need for a Home Visit Licensed Physical Therapist in Owensboro, KY . This is a contract-to-hire opportunity.

NOTE: This position requires US Citizenship.

SUMMARY

The Home Visit Licensed Physical Therapist will be responsible for home therapy assessments/visits/treatments and oversight of PTA.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs physical therapy evaluation and treatment of patients based upon physician orders/referrals.
• Completes a comprehensive evaluation using appropriate evaluation and assessment tools and procedures.
• Reviews patient records for current diagnosis, past medical history, precautions and contraindications.
• Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plan to move the patient toward his or her maximum level of independence and/or function.
• Regularly re-assesses effectiveness of treatment plan, progress of patient towards goals and the need for modifying goals or treatment.
• Communicates patient needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, family members, as applicable.
• Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment, progress of the patient and discharge from treatment.
• Recommends and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function and incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehab program.
• Maintains and submits evaluation, treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations.
• Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws.
• Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides in direct patient care and patient-related activities in accordance with state practice act.

REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed Physical Therapist in state of KY with 1 year of home care experience.
• Oasis experience.
• Counties covered: Daviess, Ohio, McLean, Henderson, Webster