Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Description Physical Therapist for NHC Home Care Merritt Island for PRN required. The Physical Therapist supervises and participates in physical therapeutic techniques to rehabilitate patients with physical disabilities, injuries, or diseases. Compensation $60-125 per visit (pay per visit based on experience and visit type). Qualifications Graduate of a BS or MS level course in physical therapy accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Licensed or registered under the statutes of the state in which the physical therapist will practice. One year’s experience in a supervisory role preferred. Active member of the state and national Physical Therapy Association preferred. Responsibilities Coordinates and supervises physical therapy services. Provides physical therapy services as ordered by the referring physician and delegates appropriate portions of the treatment program to the licensed physical therapy assistant. Instructs the physical therapy staff in their delegated functions including precautions, special problems, contraindications, anticipated progress goals, and plan for re-evaluation. Evaluates, plans, and supervises treatments and programs including the establishment of short-term and long-term goals for patients as approved by the physician with periodic re-evaluations. Maintains patient care records as designated by the HomeCare agency, ensuring third‑party reimbursement qualifications are met as well as all state/federal requirements. Consults with family members, physicians, and other health care professionals as appropriate. Participates in in‑service training for physical therapy. Checks for safety, care, and cleaning of equipment. Serves as Utilization Review and/or Advisory Board Member as requested by Administrator/Director. Contributes to physical therapy related CQI as requested. Participates in interdisciplinary conferences to maintain continuity of patient care. Provides physical therapy services in accordance with all NHC HomeCare policies and procedures and state and federal guidelines. Maintains knowledge base of HomeCare physical therapy procedures and regulations as well as professional standards through attendance at workshops, inservices, and individual research and reading. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr