Physical Therapist - Home Visits

HCR Home Care•Delhi, NY

11d

About The Position

A qualified professional, who directs, supervises, evaluates and provides physical therapy services to patients in the home, following physician’s orders. Essential Functions Evaluate patient using diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests and measures. Prepare an assessment of the patient’s condition at the time of the initial evaluation and perform periodic re-evaluations, develop a written problem list and plan of care including types and frequencies of treatment. Recommend modification of plan of care to physician, as needed. Document clinical notes on the date of the visit into medical record and keep all records and summaries up-to-date. Treat patients to address impairments and functional limitations, with a goal of reaching maximum functional independence. Instruct and/or recommend patients and their caregivers in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and durable medical equipment (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.). Include and educate the patient and caregiver(s) regarding treatment plan and goals. Attend physical therapy staff meetings and in-service presentations. Participate in case conferences. Participate in the development and periodic revision of the physician’s Plan of Treatment. Assure appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment. Other duties as assigned. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program, DPT preferred.
Current, valid Physical Therapy license issued by NYS Department of Education.
One year of practical experience as a licensed physical therapist.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patient using diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests and measures.
Prepare an assessment of the patient’s condition at the time of the initial evaluation and perform periodic re-evaluations, develop a written problem list and plan of care including types and frequencies of treatment.
Recommend modification of plan of care to physician, as needed.
Document clinical notes on the date of the visit into medical record and keep all records and summaries up-to-date.
Treat patients to address impairments and functional limitations, with a goal of reaching maximum functional independence.
Instruct and/or recommend patients and their caregivers in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and durable medical equipment (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
Include and educate the patient and caregiver(s) regarding treatment plan and goals.
Attend physical therapy staff meetings and in-service presentations.
Participate in case conferences.
Participate in the development and periodic revision of the physician’s Plan of Treatment.
Assure appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment.
Other duties as assigned.