Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistOur culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.Agency: Alternate Solutions Home Care - FairfaxSchedule: M-F 8:30-5pm, on-call 2 weekends a quarterTerritory: Ft. Belvoir, Lorton, Kingstown, Falls Church, Arlington, Alexandria City, Mt. Vernon, AlexandriaThe Physical Therapist (PT) provides comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician within specified geographical territory. The PT educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The PT is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations.We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base salary plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.Qualifications & AttributesPhysical Therapist with a current license in the state of employment.Minimum of one year of experience as an PT in an acute setting is required.Home care experience is desired.Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.Detail-oriented and observant.Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.Major Areas Of ResponsibilityProvides skilled physical therapy in a patient's home as ordered by the attending physicianObserves, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency staffPerforms OASIS assessments to develop an individualized plan of care and makes adjustments as needs changeCompletes initial evaluation and admission visit within 48-72 hours of referralDevelops plan of careHelps decrease re-hospitalizations by front loading visits for high risk patientsTreats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.Arranges the provision of services listed above on an outpatient basis which cannot be given in the patient's homePromotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers and dischargesCounsels patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of physical therapyIncorporates patient and family in development of plan of careInstructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devicesEnsures patient/family know financial responsibility for needed equipment by utilizing DME department and/or MSWHelps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisionsListens to patient and family membersOversees and supervises therapy services of patient provided by PTAs and when appropriate, nurse assistantsEvaluates the POC based on patient response to treatment/medical condition and adjusts as needed.Communicates with the PTAs and nurse aides on supervisory visit resultsCompletes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelinesDocuments all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient educationCompletes chart audits at agency site location as requestedMaintains active PT license in state of employmentCommunicates with scheduler any changes as neededParticipates in all on-call requirements and case conferencesAttends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetingsParticipates in orientation/training of new employeesMaintains a professional appearance as a representative of the companyUnderstands and practices agency policies and proceduresEssential FunctionsDrives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits. Documents all aspects of start of care visits within 48 hours of visits.Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.Establishes and follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapy, per the state of employment.Health QualificationsHealth Requirements: Must be able to meet all physical position requirements. Evidence required of a current negative tuberculin skin test or x-ray or receive TB testing at the date of orientation. Thereafter an annual tuberculin skin test is required, unless the employee has documentation of a previous TB test. Employee must be free of physical/medical conditions, which would limit or restrict their ability to perform the job functions listed below. Employees in this position may be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations.Below are minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. Travel is required for this position.Constantly (66%-100%):Reading, Speaking, Writing EnglishCommunications SkillsComputer/PDA UsageWalkingBendingStandingSittingStretching/ReachingHearing/SeeingHearing in personHearing on the phoneTalking in personTalking on the phoneVision for close workFrequently (34%-66%)DrivingLifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistanceClimbingStooping (bend at waist)Hand/finger dexterityOccasionally (2%-33%)Distinguish smell/tasteRarely (1% or less)N/A