Physiatrist-(Weekends)

Our 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.NOW OFFERING $10,000 Sign on Bonus!Agency: Kettering Home CareWork Schedule: FULL-TIME, Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm; weekend rotation approx. one holiday per yearTerritory: Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as a Physical Therapist (PT). You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population.Impact: Provide home-based therapy care for patients as directed by the attending physician.Perspective: Home care provides context and real-world perspective about what will really help patients restore their health.WHAT WE OFFER:We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives.Compensation: New guaranteed base salary plus a generous uncapped bonus structure designed to reward excellence and growth. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities.Support: Flexible schedules and the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.Benefits: Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.Security: Paid time off, 401k participation, company-paid life insurance, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.HOW YOU'LL WORK:Provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician.Accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations.QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES:Licensure: Physical Therapist with a current license in the state of employment.Experience: Minimum of one year of experience as an PT in an acute setting is required; Home care experience is desired.knowledgeable on therapy best practices.Judgment: Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments and handle situations with the best possible solution.Logistics: Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Patient Care & TreatmentProvides skilled physical therapy in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician.Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means (exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.).Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by front loading visits for high risk patients and teaching preventative measures.Planning & AssessmentPerforms OASIS assessments to develop individualized plans of care.Family & Team CommunicationCounsels and instructs patient/family on disease/injury management and equipment use (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.).Ensures patient/family know financial responsibility for equipment via DME department/MSW.Oversees and supervises therapy services provided by PTAs and nurse assistants.Communicates with schedulers, PTAs, and nurse aides regarding results and changes.Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education.Maintains a professional appearance and practices agency policies.Subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits: Start of care visits: Establishes and follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice.HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS:Health Requirements: risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens exists.Physical DemandsConstantly (66%-100%): Reading/Writing/Speaking English, Computer/PDA usage, Hearing/Seeing, Talking, Stretching/Reaching, Walking, Sitting, Bending, Standing.with or without assistance), Climbing, Stooping, Hand/finger dexterity.We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.