Home Health Physical Therapist-Per Diem
About The Position
CenterWell Home Health is hiring a per-diem physical therapist serving Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, and Arcadia. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the therapist provides personalized physical therapy in patients’ homes to help them regain strength, mobility, independence, and functional ability. The role includes assessing patients, planning and delivering treatment consistent with the physician’s plan and patient goals, coordinating with the care team, and documenting and communicating patient progress. The position is patient-facing and subject to TB screening. It also requires a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance meeting applicable minimum limits. Florida-based candidates are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Requirements
- Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license.
- Current CPR certification.
- Experience collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Maintain personal vehicle liability insurance at the applicable state minimum limits or the stated minimum of $25,000 bodily injury per person, $25,000 bodily injury per event, and $10,000 property damage, whichever is higher.
- Complete TB screening if selected for the patient-facing role.
- Florida-based candidates must complete Florida Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a Physical Therapist.
Responsibilities
- Plan and administer prescribed physical therapy treatment in patients’ homes to help them attain the highest possible level of physical function.
- Assess and document patients’ physical strengths to support physician evaluation and guide treatment goals.
- Develop and implement rehabilitation programs consistent with the physician’s Plan of Treatment and the goals of the patient team.
- Provide PTAs and Home Health Aides with clear written care instructions and oversee their performance and documentation.
- Promptly and thoroughly document patient observations, interventions, and evaluations.
- Report patient progress to the physician, Clinical Manager, care team, patient, and family.
- Submit required evaluations, plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel and accident benefits
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