Physical Therapist PT Home Health PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

Physical Therapist

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. Reviews patients functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment and incorporates participation by significant others whenever appropriate. Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care. Directs support staff to achieve patients functional goals. Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans, maintains prescriptions and signatures. Provides leadership and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

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
• Must have dependable vehicle, valid drivers license, and current auto insurance per state laws
• Must be able and willing to travel 50%
• Able to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and lift up to 100 lbs