Physical Therapist PT Home Health

Job Title Physical Therapist PT – Home Health Services (2606266) Job Purpose To provide evaluative, consultative and treatment interventions to all home health patients in their place of residence referred by a licensed physician and maintain effective communication with home health partners, patients, patient’s families and other internal and external customers as appropriate. Key Responsibilities Evaluate the patient’s level of function and skilled therapy needs. Treat the patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and obtain maximum outcomes according to the established plan of care. Advise and consult the family and other interdisciplinary team members to promote optimal functional outcomes. Assesses, monitors, documents and reports progress of patient's health and condition using required documents via clinician preferred technology, and within established timelines. Help maintain continuity of care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage the patient care plan, making referrals to other disciplines as needed. Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of home care and competency in discipline for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of care. Conduct field visits to evaluate & initiate start of care and conduct clinical outcomes monitoring, follow‑up and care performance improvement initiatives. Utilize accepted company teaching materials in patient/family education. Complete documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards (e.g., OASIS assessments, SOC/Admissions, Recertifications, ABN’s, subsequent visits, physician orders, care coordination, etc.). Meet agency productivity standards and utilize time and resources effectively and efficiently. Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure/Joint Commission), mandatory in‑services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs (e.g., Performance Improvement Program) as required. Follow established safety regulations and procedures, and report job‑related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards, as necessary. Maintain current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines. Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care showing initiative and sound judgment. Demonstrate willingness to adapt to change in workload and assist with training/orienting others. Accept responsibility to report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved. Be self‑directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines. Qualifications Must have a valid professional license in State of practice. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program. If foreign‑trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist entry‑level education in the U.S. by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA. Prior Home Health experience is preferable. As a member of our team clinicians will have access to top‑of‑the‑market pay structures with unlimited income potential, progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, opportunity for career growth, additional pay incentives, and flexible schedules – plus a great team environment that reflects our commitment to caring for our 16,000 partners. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr