Physical Therapist- Home Care

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

3d•$39 - $62

About The Position

The Physical Therapist (PT) confirms and interprets physician referrals, assesses patients, and plans and implements individualized treatment programs in accordance with Physical Therapy regulations and practice standards. Care is based on physician referrals and age-appropriate assessments, taking into account each patient's developmental or chronological age and medical diagnoses. Treatment goals are established with the patient and/or family. The PT coordinates care and clinical activities with patients, families, therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, managers, physicians, and other healthcare team members. The role includes documenting care in medical records, completing related forms, supervising Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), collaborating with therapy and support staff, and participating in departmental and professional activities. The PT is expected to provide respectful, empathetic customer service and uphold Carilion's mission, values, policies, and ethical standards. This Home Care position serves the Roanoke region. Practitioners travel daily between patient homes and must provide their own transportation. Work may also be required at other Carilion facilities to meet staffing needs. Work involves physical activity with patients, including lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and walking; patients may weigh over 200 pounds. The role may involve exposure to serious injury and environmental hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, requiring standard precautions. A sign-on bonus is available, along with mileage reimbursement and company equipment.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.
Bachelor's degree as a Physical Therapist and five years of experience, or a Master's or Doctorate degree.
For Home Health positions, one year of clinical experience is required.
Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy.
AHA BLS certification from a Carilion-approved program within six months of employment.
Effective interpersonal, communication, customer service, and teamwork skills.
Provide own transportation for daily travel between patient homes.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the site-specific level of care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Confirm and interpret physician referrals and perform patient assessments.
Plan and implement individualized treatment programs based on physician referrals, age-specific needs, medical diagnoses, and goals established with patients and/or family members.
Coordinate patient care and clinical activities through written and verbal communication with patients, families, therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, managers, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
Document care in patient medical records and complete related forms in compliance with regulatory requirements and departmental and hospital policies.
Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with Virginia licensure and practice standards and federal regulations.
Collaborate with therapy staff, support staff, volunteers, and students to support efficient clinical activity and quality patient care.
Participate in activities such as in-services, performance improvement, program development and evaluation, new employee orientation, committee work, peer review, and staff meetings.
Provide respectful, kind, dignified, and empathetic customer service to patients, families, visitors, and employees.
Comply with company policies, procedures, ethical standards, and code of conduct, and champion Carilion's mission, vision, and values.
Travel daily between patient homes and provide own transportation.