Physical Therapist/PT, Home Health

AccentCare, Inc. • Franklin, TN

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides evaluation and treatment to patients as a member of the interdisciplinary team. The role includes educating and counseling patients and families, planning and modifying treatment procedures, and maintaining documentation in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and current standards of practice. The Physical Therapist manages a caseload in accordance with agency productivity standards and participates in patient conferences, other conferences, and agency in-services as assigned.

The Physical Therapist provides care according to physician orders, agency policy, patient needs, and applicable agency and payer parameters. The position involves evaluating patients, selecting diagnostic materials, developing and documenting measurable treatment goals and plans, coordinating with physicians and team members, and advising, educating, and counseling patients.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in physical therapy from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist education program.
• At least nine months of experience as a physical therapist.
• Current license to practice as a physical therapist in the state where the agency operates, with compliance with accepted professional standards and practices.
• Valid CPR certification maintained while employed in a clinical role.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to all business locations.

Nice To Haves

• Community or home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and document treatment in accordance with physician orders, agency policy, and patient needs.
• Perform patient evaluations according to agency policy and procedure, selecting appropriate diagnostic materials to assess patient care needs.
• Inform the physician of assessment results and recommended clinical interventions before initiating care.
• Develop and document treatment plans, including intervention approaches, strategies, materials, and treatment priorities.
• Provide organized and efficient treatment, including advising, educating, and counseling patients.
• Present pertinent patient information to physicians and keep team members informed of patient status and treatment plans.
• Provide treatment according to patient needs and within agency and payer parameters.
• Determine objective, measurable goals in collaboration with team members and patients.
• Meet agency productivity standards and use work hours efficiently.
• Manage a caseload and participate in patient and other conferences and agency in-services as assigned.
• Provide patient and family education and counseling regarding concerns.
• Plan, implement, and modify treatment procedures and maintain appropriate documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Pet insurance
• Access to Calm meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate employee achievements, milestones, and colleagues
• Company store credit for first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time