PRN Physical Therapist- Home Health-King County

Pennant Group•Federal Way, WA

2d•$50 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Signature Healthcare at Home is hiring a Home Health Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitative and skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes in King County, including Federal Way and surrounding areas. The therapist works with patients, representatives, caregivers, physicians, and other healthcare practitioners to assess needs and develop and carry out individualized plans of care. The role also includes documenting patient progress, coordinating referrals and discharge planning, educating patients and caregivers, and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants in accordance with organizational policy and state regulations. This is a PRN/part-time position. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The hourly rate is $50–$60, depending on experience, with mileage and pay for travel between patients.

Requirements

Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in Washington State.
Passed a state-approved physical therapist examination.
Possess a degree from a CAPTE-accredited baccalaureate or master’s physical therapy program, or an equivalent successor organization.
Two years of appropriate experience as a Physical Therapist.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication and organization skills.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to drive and/or access transportation for agency-related travel.
Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance coverage, and access to an automobile.

Nice To Haves

Community or home health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide rehabilitative and skilled physical therapy services to patients in their places of residence.
Complete ongoing interdisciplinary assessments and develop individualized plans of care in partnership with patients, their representatives, and caregivers.
Provide counseling and education to patients, caregivers, and families.
Prepare clinical notes and progress summaries based on patient goal attainment.
Communicate with the physician responsible for the home health plan of care and other healthcare practitioners, as appropriate.
Provide therapy according to a written physician’s plan of care, including assessing functional status, evaluating the home environment, and assessing muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and rehabilitation potential.
Direct physical therapy treatment and determine priority physical therapy needs.
Instruct patients and families or caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Report patient reactions to treatment and changes in condition to the physician.
Initiate physical therapy programs and instruct other personnel and family or caregivers in relevant therapy activities and program goals, including through case conferences.
Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when appropriate.
Identify needs for other home health services and make referrals as necessary.
Participate in patient discharge planning and peer consultation.
Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.