Home Health PT PRN
About The Position
Elara Caring is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist for the Frisco territory. The role provides physical therapy to patients in their homes, supporting the company’s mission to deliver care in patients’ preferred home settings. The position uses NestMed mobile and patient-engagement technology to support documentation, care coordination, and the patient experience. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients’ functional needs and outcomes, develops and implements individualized plans of care, provides therapy within established standards, and adjusts care plans to support optimal outcomes. The role includes directing support staff, maintaining clinical documentation and prescriptions, and providing leadership and resources that promote physical therapy in the community. The work is described as physically demanding and high stress, with possible irregular hours and call hours if applicable. Travel within the branch or office coverage area is required, including travel of up to 50%.
Requirements
- Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-approved physical therapy program.
- Current, unrestricted PT license valid for the state of work.
- At least one year of experience in a healthcare facility.
- Able and willing to travel within the branch or office coverage area, including travel of 50%.
- Dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
- Able and willing to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
Responsibilities
- Promote Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement, and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
- Provide direct patient care; evaluate functional needs and outcomes; consult with other specialists; and adjust care plans as needed.
- Design and implement patient plans of care based on thorough assessments, incorporating significant others when appropriate.
- Conduct therapy practice within defined standards of care.
- Direct support staff in achieving patients’ functional goals.
- Document evaluations, treatment goals, and plans; update documentation regularly and maintain prescriptions and signatures.
- Provide direction and leadership to staff and act as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Family and pet bereavement.
- Pet insurance.
