Physical Therapist - Home Care evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, or surgery in a home care environment. Establishes individualized treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Being a Physical Therapist - Home Care maintains patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly. Advises patients and their families on in-home treatment options and what to expect from the recovery process. Additionally, Physical Therapist - Home Care may work with and/or consult with physicians, case managers, and other medical professionals. Requires a doctorate degree in physical therapy. Requires a state license to practice physical therapy. Typically reports to a manager. Physical Therapist - Home Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Perpetual Care Home Health is looking for per diem Physical Therapist to join our team in delivering excellent care and services to our patients. The Physical Therapist will cover San Mateo county.
Compensation: PER VISIT RATES (Salary Range is between $100-$170 per visit, depending on the type of visits)
Job Description Summary:
The Physical Therapist employed through the organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s plan of care. This may include, but not limited to:
2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
5. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
6. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by the Organization policy.
8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
9. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
10. Participates in peer consultation process.
11. Supervises Physical therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
12. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs and supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
Position Qualifications:
1. Current and Active Professional License to Practice in the State of California
2. Current valid driver's license
3. Maintains a current CPR certification
4. Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
5. Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills;
6. Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently
7. Bilingual or Multilingual is an asset.
Job Types: Part-time, PRN, Per diem
Pay: $100.00 - $170.00 per hour
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Work Location: On the road
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