PRN Physical Therapist

PRN Home Health PT / Physical Therapist

Are you passionate about providing quality care to patients and their families? Do you thrive in a collaborative and supportive team environment? If so, we have an immediate opening for a Physical Therapist.

JOB SUMMARY

The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assume responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s)
• Provide patient, caregiver, and family counseling
• Provide patient and caregiver education
• Prepare clinical notes and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals
• Communicate with the physician and other healthcare practitioners related to the current home health plan of care
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participate in the development of the total plan of care
• Evaluate home environment
• Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab
• Direct physical therapy treatment
• Instruct patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances
• Determine priority needs for physical therapy
• Report patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition
• Initiate physical therapy program and instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver members
• Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refer as necessary
• Participate in discharge planning for patients
• Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel
• Participate in peer consultation process
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement program
• Supervise and evaluate home health aide care every two (2) weeks when therapy is the only skilled service

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the State
• Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state and possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master's program in physical therapy approved by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (\CAPTE\) or any successor organization of the CAPTE
• Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order

Why should you apply?

• Join a collaborative and supportive team that believes in the power of teamwork
• Make a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families
• Opportunity for professional growth and development in the healthcare industry

If you are a highly skilled Physical Therapist who is passionate about providing quality care and working in a collaborative team environment, we would love to hear from you.

At River Valley Home Health and Hospice we believe that caring for the elderly or frail is the noblest of professions. Our team is trained and motivated to deliver superior clinical outcomes and high patient and family satisfaction. It is through our team’s dedication to deliver life changing service that we become the “provider of choice” in the community that we serve. A career with River Valley Home Health and Hospice requires a commitment to making work fun and celebrating successes; delivering and holding each other to the highest standards of care and professionalism; continual learning; treating others as people whose interest matter as much as our own; being innovative while using good judgment. One other thing about our work culture; we know that in order for our patients to receive the care they deserve; we need to put our employees first.