PRN Home Care Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

This position will be responsible for treating patients by teaching them different exercises intended to strengthen or stretch muscles as well as alleviate pain. Consulting with the patients on their symptoms and developing a rehabilitation plan.

Benefits Include but not limited to:

• Daily Pay
• Mileage paid
• Paid Per visit
• Make your own schedule
• Company matched 401K

Essential Duties:

• Communicates patient status and needs to family members, staff and other professionals
• Develops treatment plans and therapy goals
• Submits billing, payroll and expense documentation
• Consults with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms
• Teaches patients how to properly use exercise techniques
• Provides stimulation or massage
• May use equipment and devices to assist patients
• Maintains accurate patient records, keeping track of goals and progress
• Advises patient and family about in-home treatment options and exercises
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information
• Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department
• Follows all Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations and requirements
• Abides by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Position Requirements & Competencies:

• Bachelor degree in physical therapy from an accredited program
• Completion of the National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapists
• Physical therapy license in the state of practice
• 1 year of physical therapy experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Must be well organized and, excellent to time-management and attention to details skills

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