Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistJourneyCare Home Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist to join our team, covering the Homewood, IL area and surrounding areas on a PRN basis. In this role, you will provide individualized physical therapy services to patients in their homes, helping them recover from injuries, surgeries, or manage chronic conditions. Your expertise will be pivotal in developing and implementing effective treatment plans, enhancing patient mobility, and improving overall quality of life.Location: Homewood, IL and surrounding areas.Now Offering NEW Hourly Rates: $45.67 - $57.69Offer based on years of experience.We offer:Great culture and team atmosphere401(k) retirement plan with a generous company matchGenerous time off accrualsMileage reimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramsWork/life balanceWhat You'll Do:Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.Advise, consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members and other agency staffAssist the provider in evaluating level of functionParticipate in the development of the plan of carePrepare clinical and progress notesTranslate all exercise into functional activities or activities of daily livingDevelop needed plans for modifying equipment, appliances and the physical surrounding in clients homeConfer regularly with attending provider regarding client's progress and report the physical and emotional conditions and reactions to treatment and interpret social and physical factors in the environment that affect careInterpret to the client and family the implication of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the providerProvide families with information, support and encouragement to help motivate them in their progressPrepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.Maintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients'Qualifications:Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the Physical Therapy AssociationCurrent licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practiceAt least two (2) years' experience in an acute hospital or equivalent experience (preferred)