Physical Therapist

Symbii Home Health and Hospice South•Murray, UT

About The Position

The Physical Therapist, whether contracted or employed through the organization, provides physical therapy services and adheres to the conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. The role provides care according to a written physician's plan of care and contributes to interdisciplinary assessment and individualized care planning in partnership with patients, representatives, and caregivers. The therapist also supports patient and caregiver education, clinical documentation, communication with physicians and other practitioners, coordination of home health services, and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

Licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the state, if applicable.
Passed a state-approved physical therapist examination and holds a degree from a CAPTE-approved baccalaureate or master's program in physical therapy, or a successor organization-approved program.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist.
Good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to drive and/or access transportation for agency-related travel; must maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.

Nice To Haves

Community or home health experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct ongoing interdisciplinary assessments and develop individualized plans of care with the patient, representative, and caregiver(s).
Provide counseling and education to patients, caregivers, and families.
Prepare clinical notes and progress summaries based on goal attainment.
Communicate with the physician responsible for the home health plan of care and other appropriate health care practitioners.
Provide physical therapy services according to a written physician's plan of care.
Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status and participate in developing the total plan of care.
Evaluate the patient's home environment and assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and rehabilitation potential.
Direct physical therapy treatment and determine priority needs for physical therapy.
Instruct patients and families or caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Report the patient's reaction to treatment and changes in condition to the physician.
Initiate physical therapy programs and instruct other personnel and family or caregivers in relevant therapy phases and program goals, including through case conferences.
Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when appropriate.
Identify patient and caregiver needs for other home health services and make referrals as necessary.
Participate in patient discharge planning.
Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
Participate in the peer consultation process.
When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise, and evaluate home health aide care every two weeks.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
Participate in the HHA's quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training.