Home Health Physical Therapist

Overview Adara Home Health offers fulfilling home health careers with flexible schedules. The Physical Therapist plans and provides physical therapy services to clients in their homes in accordance with the Plan of Care and the company’s policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist reports to the Clinical Supervisor. Schedule This is a full-time or part-time position with a flexible schedule during office hours Monday - Friday. This position requires travel to clients homes to provide 1:1 client care (1-3 hours per client). Coverage Area Based in the St. Cloud, MN office and serves St. Cloud and surrounding cities. Benefits Opportunity for productivity bonuses in addition to base salary Ability to manage your schedule Mileage reimbursement Major Responsibilities Administers physical therapy evaluations and participates in the development of the Plan of Care. Provides physical therapy treatments, procedures, evaluations and diagnostic tests for clients under physician direction for whom therapy has been prescribed. Translates all exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living. Provides instructions in the use and care of assistive devices. Develops plans for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in the clients homes. Prepares clinical and progress notes. Reports to physician and Case Manager the client’s response to treatment or changes in condition. Maintains appropriate records including frequency of visits and client’s response. Instructs and supervises PTAs and HHAs when appropriate. Provides in-service education programs for company staff as requested. Participates in Case Conferences as indicated. Provides families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate clients in their progress. Instructs client’s family on home physical therapy program. Assists individuals and families to accept and adjust positively to physical, mental and social limitations. Participates in developing community resources to meet clients’ needs. Maintains positive and effective communication with all staff and others. Participates in a team concept. Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families and employees. Maintains a safe client environment and reports suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Physical/Environmental Demands Heavy to very heavy work. Involves lifting clients, bending, stooping, stretching, and setting up equipment. Able to drive or use public transportation in all types of weather. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands may exceed those of heavy work. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program; currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in Minnesota. The license must not have been revoked, suspended, or restricted. At least two (2) years of experience in a health care setting or equivalent; home care experience preferred. Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation to travel to multiple company sites daily. A valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business. Proof of negative Mantoux test or documentation of negative chest X-ray. Current CPR certification is highly recommended. U.S. Citizenship or evidence of valid Alien Work Permit. Disclosure of any conviction or criminal history related to health services. A candidate with such convictions will not be hired. Pass initial and ongoing background checks and screenings including those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals and Entities. Adara Home Health, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $80,000 - $115,000 per year. A candidate’s salary is determined by factors including relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr