Physical Therapist - Home Services

The physical therapist works under the supervision of leadership. Evaluates, plans, and implements treatment programs for the rehabilitation of patient, as directed by a physician, using approved treatment procedures. Provides patient/family education. Participates in family conferences. Responsible for all necessary documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s plan of care.
• 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.
• May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on attainment of goals.
• Participates in discharge planning
• Provides a physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Group to define and update the comprehensive plan of care.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations
• When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two weeks.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Graduate of accredited physical therapy program - Required

Work Experience

• 1 Year - Appropriate experience as a physical therapist - Required
• 1 Year - Community/home health experience - Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Missouri - Required within 60 Days
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required within 90 Days
• Driver's License - Valid In State - Required Upon Hire

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed. - Required

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

Essential Technical/Motor Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly to patients, fine motor skills required.

Interpersonal Skills

• Displays a friendly, positive attitude and communicates with patients, families, physicians and co-workers in a professional manner. Ability to communicate both verbally and written.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Must move, kneel, crouch, stoop, reach, stand, push, pull, and lift. Must follow good body mechanics.

Essential Mental Abilities

• Assess, evaluate, treat, and educate patients. Must be adaptable to the many challenges of differing home environments. Also includes explaining, forecasting, organizational skills and time management.

Essential Sensory Requirements

• Visual, hearing and feeling skills.

Exposure to Hazards

• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, body fluids, road and weather hazards.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Must be registered and successfully pass background check with the Family Care Safety Registry and other applicable state registries. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with the state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.