Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • West Columbia, SC

14d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist primarily provides outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes, which may be private residences or rooms in independent living facilities. The role evaluates and treats patients in their home environment, assesses their needs, and develops and delivers physical therapy programs to support rehabilitation, independence, and productivity. The therapist may refer patients to other disciplines to address comprehensive needs and works with patients and caregivers to establish and implement individualized treatment plans.

The position includes a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings. It may involve supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with state requirements and professional standards. The therapist is responsible for clinical and billing documentation, treatment schedules, meetings, patient care coordination, and maintaining a safe treatment environment and necessary equipment.

Requirements

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• A Master's degree in Physical Therapy; or a Master's degree in a Physical Therapy-related field plus a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; or a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy plus five years of progressively responsible PT experience.
• A qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. Physical Therapy degree.
• Valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients' residences.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
• Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, complete timely clinical and billing documentation, and attend work-related meetings.
• Attend and contribute to patient care and staffing conferences and other related meetings.
• Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive needs.
• Consult with rehabilitation team members to select therapeutic regimens that fit each patient's needs and capabilities.
• Adapt the program and plan of care to each patient's needs.
• Promote a safe environment and eliminate fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary; clean and maintain equipment and report repair needs.
• Provide caring, compassionate service that recognizes patients' and families' needs and rights.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, estimate improvement and treatment timelines, and develop plans of care and treatment goals with patients and caregivers.
• Implement physical therapy treatment plans and complete related documentation and recordkeeping.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, physical and mechanical modalities, health and wellness, chronic disease management, fall-risk assessment and interventions, and home and community case management.
• Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
• Select activities appropriate to each patient's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
• Teach mobility skills and techniques and evaluate patient progress, attitudes, and behavior related to rehabilitation potential.
• Perform routine reexaminations as needed to modify or progress treatment plans.
• Incorporate health and wellness programming into treatment plans.
• Perform home and community mobility assessments and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members; dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and a travel program offering work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
• Employee recognition rewards through the PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Professional development through the Clinicians in Action program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time