Home Health: Physical Therapist (PT) Case Manager (North Central)

Home Health: Physical Therapist (PT) Case Manager (North Central) Lifespark is proud to have earned the Meaningful Work award along with our Top Workplace award from the Star Tribune. If you are a Physical Therapist with at least 2 years of clinical experience and are seeking a collaborative and supportive team that is truly focused on helping elders Age Magnificently then we want to speak to you. The Physical Therapist is primarily responsible for the implementation of standards of care for physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Any direct client care provided will be performed as defined by the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. Position: Physical Therapist Case Manager (PT CM) for Home Health Salary Range: $91,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience Service Area: North Central (coverage area: North Loop/North Minneapolis, Fridley, Columbia Heights, Blaine, Ham Lake, Andover, East Bethel, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Oak Grove & surrounding). Plus, mileage reimbursement of 72.5 cents per mile. Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (weekend rotation: every 10th weekend / holiday rotation: 1 per year / no on-call rotation) Lifespark Benefits Include: Annual Reviews/Raises{Shift differentials if applicable} Paid Time Off – Vacation Time Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurances 401k + Company Match for full-time and part-time employees Career path to other positions within our growing company! Position Functions & Responsibilities: Provides physical therapy services to clients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This may include, but will not be limited to: Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment. Assessments for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab. Directing physical therapy treatment. Instructing clients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances. Determining priority needs for physical therapy. Reporting to physician client’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the client by participating in case conferences. May train client in the use of prosthetic device. Identifies client and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed. Participates in peer consultation process. Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks. Lead by example in establishing rapport with clients. Ensure positive/professional communication on team. Customer service resolution; elevate concerns. Honors client confidentiality, rights, privacy, and reporting maltreatment expectations. Understands and accepts emotional needs of client. Accepts unique client symptoms and behaviors. Follow all Emergency and Response Procedures. Identifies home safety issues and notifies RN Case Manager or Clinical Manager of concerns or issues. Demonstrates proper procedures: Handling, lifting, transfers. Injury – Now What? Follows protocols. Overview of Process, Types of Reports and Forms. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Two years of clinical experience as a physical therapist. Community/Home Health experience is preferred. Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Current and active Physical Therapist license in the state of Minnesota. 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