Outpatient Physical Therapist - Hospice Patients

Patriot At Home•Youngstown, OH

3d•Remote

About The Position

Patriot Outpatient Therapy is seeking a PRN Outpatient Physical Therapist to provide patient services to community-dwelling hospice patients in their homes within Mahoning County. This veteran-owned and family-operated company emphasizes community impact and personal/professional growth, valuing employee contributions and well-being. The business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Physical Therapy Association
Must be licensed or registered by the State
Must have criminal background check
Must have a current CPR (BLS) certification

Nice To Haves

The ability to drive

Responsibilities

Provide patient services to community dwelling hospice patients in their homes for evaluations and treatment visits
Provide initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the patient's needs
Establish a treatment plan in consultation with the physician and revise it with the approval of the physician as necessary
Assist in development and implementation of the interdisciplinary patient care plan as it pertains to Physical Therapy
Assist the physician evaluating patients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests
Teach, supervise, and counsel the family and patient in the physical therapy program
Write clinical/progress notes on the date of the visit and incorporate the same in the patient's record