Home Health Physical Therapist - Full Time - Santa Cruz County

Bridge Home Health and Hospice•Santa Cruz, CA

8d•Remote

About The Position

Bridge Home Health & Hospice is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team in Santa Cruz County. The organization has been providing compassionate post-acute care in California for over a decade, focusing on setting the standard for patient and family support. Their culture emphasizes compassion, diversity, and core values, aiming to be a leading provider and employer. This role offers a career with meaning, growth, and impact.

Requirements

Possesses a post baccalaureate degree in physical therapy (Doctor of Physical Therapy) approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
For physical therapists licensed prior to the change in entry-level requirements (January 2016), may possess a baccalaureate or master’s in physical therapy from a program approved by CAPT.
Licensed to practice as physical therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Possesses and maintains valid and current Auto Insurance.
Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Must possess a valid California Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Assesses and evaluates therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participates in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
Assesses muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
Directs physical therapy treatment.
Instructs patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Determines priority needs for physical therapy.
Reports to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
May train patients in the use of prosthetic devices.
Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
Participates in discharge planning for patients.
Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
Participates in peer consultation process.
Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
Must adhere to the company attendance and reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job to ensure quality, and consistent patient care.