Home Health Physical Therapist

Adara Home Health•St. Cloud, MN

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist plans and provides physical therapy services to clients in their homes in accordance with the Plan of Care and company policies and procedures. The role requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill grounded in psychological, biological, and social service principles. The Physical Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor. This position may be full-time or part-time, with a flexible schedule during office hours Monday through Friday. The therapist travels to clients’ homes to provide one-to-one care, with visits typically lasting one to three hours per client. The position reports to the St. Cloud, Minnesota office and serves St. Cloud and surrounding cities. The role includes administering evaluations; developing and delivering treatment under physician direction; documenting client progress; coordinating with physicians, case managers, staff, and families; and supporting clients’ functional progress and safety. The work takes place in varied home and community settings and involves substantial physical demands, including lifting clients and equipment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in Minnesota; license must not be revoked or suspended and must have no limitations or restrictions.
At least two years of experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience.
Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation to travel to multiple company business stops per day.
Valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
Proof of negative Mantoux test or documentation of a negative chest X-ray.
U.S. citizenship or evidence of a valid Alien Work Permit.
Disclose any conviction and criminal history records related to crimes involving the provision of health services; candidates convicted of such crimes will not be hired.
Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings, including those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals and Entities.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience preferred.
Current CPR certification is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Administer physical therapy evaluations.
Participate in developing the Plan of Care.
Provide physical therapy treatments, procedures, evaluations, and diagnostic tests under the direction of the client’s physician when therapy is medically prescribed.
Translate exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living.
Provide instruction in the use and care of assistive devices.
Develop plans for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in clients’ homes.
Prepare clinical and progress notes.
Report clients’ responses to treatment or changes in condition to physicians and the Case Manager.
Maintain appropriate records, including visit frequency and client responses.
Instruct and supervise PTAs and HHAs when appropriate.
Provide in-service education programs for company staff as requested.
Participate in Case Conferences as indicated.
Provide families with information, support, and encouragement to motivate clients’ progress.
Instruct clients’ families on home physical therapy programs.
Help individuals and families accept and adjust positively to physical, mental, and social limitations.
Participate in developing community resources to meet clients’ needs.
Maintain positive and effective communication with staff and others, and participate in the team concept.
Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, families, and employees.
Maintain a safe client environment and report suspected vulnerable-client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation to the office.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.