Physical Therapist (PT)

Alternate Solutions Health Network•Kettering, OH

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY. Agency: Kettering Home Care SIGN ON BONUS : $20,000.00 Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM Territory: Dayton, Trotwood, West Carrolton, etc HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE: Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as a Physical Therapist (PT). You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population. You'll provide home-based therapy care for patients as directed by the attending physician. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey. Home care provides context and real-world perspective about what will really help patients restore their health. WHAT WE OFFER: We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base salary plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program. HOW YOU'LL WORK: You'll provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician. You will educate patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. You are accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations.

Requirements

Physical Therapist with a current license in the state of employment.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver
Capable of all physical demands

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy as ordered by the attending physician.
Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency staff.
Perform OASIS assessments to develop an individualized plan of care and makes adjustments as needs change.
Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by front loading visits for high risk patients and teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions.
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.
Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.
Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.