POSITION 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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In addition to all components of the above position summary the following “Essential Duties and Responsibilities” are essential to successful performance in this position
- Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This may include, but will not be limited to:
- Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
- Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
- Directing physical therapy treatment.
- Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
- Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
- Reporting to the physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
- 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 patients in the use of prosthetic devices.
- Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
- Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
- Participates in discharge planning for patients.
- Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
- Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
- Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
- Participates in the peer consultation process.
- When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- The incumbent in this position does not have any direct supervision.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIALS
- Possesses a degree from a bachelor's or master's program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
- Licensed to practice as a physical therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
- Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Licensed driver with an automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization's requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
To perform this position successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills in settings with seniors, their families, and interdisciplinary team members.
BENEFITS:
- Vision Plan
- Health Insurance
- Accident Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Health and Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending (FSAs)
- Paid Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Referral Program
- Spot Pet Insurance – up to 20% discount for employees
Pay scale $95 per visit
