Home Health Physical Therapist

Joining AdventHealthAdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.Benefits and PerksUp to a $5,000 Sign on Bonus Available for eligible applicantsMileage reimbursement provided: $0.76 per mileFlexible scheduling with Full Time, Part Time and PRN availableCompany provided phone and laptop/iPadHoursM-F 8am - 5pm; Weekend on-call rotationLocationsTeam Yellow: Altamonte, Casselberry, Maitland, Winter ParkTeam Orange: Winter Garden, Windermere, Ocoee, Gotha, OrlandoTeam Pink: Winter Springs, Oviedo, SanfordTeam Blue: Apopka, Mt Dora, Zellwood, Lake CountyTeam Purple: Winter Park, Conway, Azalea ParkTeam Burgundy: Sanford, Lake Mary, LongwoodOther duties as assigned. Develops patient-specific care plans with realistic, measurable goals in consultation with patients, families, and physicians that Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age-specific, and educational needs of the patient. Reassesses patients at appropriate intervals, documents progress, and determines the effectiveness of therapy. Observes and records patient activities and findings, reporting any changes or deviations in the plan of care to the physician. Instructs patients and caregivers on the use of assistive devices and establishes home programs. Documents treatments accurately and timely in medical records and updates care plans as necessary. Interacts and participates in the education, quality improvement activities, role development, and orientation of agency personnel, promoting and supporting growth of others through precepting and mentoring. Coordinates and directs the care of home patients requiring physical therapy, ensuring comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Prioritizes and adapts home care caseloads to meet the changing needs of patients and families. Performs evaluations to assess patients' functional abilities, and documents results in clinical records. Selects, applies and modifies skilled interventions to achieve the best outcomes for patients, reassessing as needed.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to delegate tasks to appropriate personnel as indicated by skill level and professional standingHome Care Regulations and Third-Party Reimbursement as it impacts care deliveryDemonstrated knowledge of physical therapy theory, modalities, treatments, and skillsBasic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.EducationDoctorate [Preferred]Field of StudyPhysical TherapyWork Experience1+ year relevant clinical physical therapy experience [Required]Recent, relevant experience in a Medicare-certified home health agency as a care-manager [Preferred]Additional InformationEducation requirements for this position are determined by the licensing or certification standards set forth by the relevant certifying body. Applicants must possess the level of education mandated for eligibility to obtain and maintain the required license or certification.Licenses and CertificationsPhysical Therapist (PT) [Required]Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]Certified for Oasis Specialist-Clinical (COSC) [Preferred]Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - Range: $35.05 - $65.19Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.