Hiring - Physical Therapist in Zanesville, OH with $2600 Weekly Gross)

SAGE GROUP • Zanesville, OH

10d • $2,560 - $2,600 • Remote

About The Position

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking a Physical Therapist for a travel/contract position in Zanesville, OH. This role involves providing skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes, as ordered by their physician. The therapist will review diagnostic data, develop and implement treatment plans, and monitor patient progress. Responsibilities include observing and reporting patient reactions, adjusting treatment plans as needed, and initiating patient care in a timely manner. The role also involves counseling patients and families, instructing them on the use of equipment, and supervising PTAs and nurse assistants. Accurate documentation and timely submission of patient charges are also key aspects of this position. The therapist will cover Perry and Morgan Counties.

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist experience: 1- 2 years - Required
• PT experience in a home health setting - 12 months within the last 3 years - Required
• Homecare Homebase (HCHB) charting - Required
• Must be comfortable to provide PT services for patients in a home setting - Required
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy or Similar - Required
• Current State License as Physical Therapist or Compact if applicable - Required
• BLS Certification from AHA or American Red Cross - Required

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes as ordered by the attending physician.
• Reviews diagnostic data and its clinical relevance when treating patients and considers current presentation of past medical/clinical history.
• Provides treatment interventions based on a treatment plan and goals established for the patient.
• Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress to IDT team.
• Monitors response/progress of assigned customers to treatment plan and discussed with PT plans needing adjustments as necessary to meet changing needs of the patient.
• Initiates patient care activities in reasonable/timely manner and strictly adheres to department guidelines regarding a patient’s treatment schedule.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Counsel patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of physical therapy.
• Instruct patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Oversee and supervise therapy services of patient provided by PTAs and when appropriate, nurse assistants.
• Communicate with the PTAs and nurse aides on supervisory visit results.
• Ensures patient charges are accurately captured and submitted within 24 hours of treatment.
• Completes documentation that is accurate, complete, timely, legible, and consistent with department documentation policies and regulatory agencies.
• Performs other functions as assigned.

Benefits

• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.50/mile for the distance covered between patient home appointments
• Non-taxable travel/housing and M&I stipend available for qualified/eligible travelers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level