Physical Therapist Home Health (Ventura County)
About The Position
Omega Home Health Care Services is hiring a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and provide physical therapy services prescribed by the attending physician. The role involves developing and delivering individualized therapy programs in patients’ homes, documenting their progress and condition, coordinating with physicians and the home health team, and supporting patients and caregivers in using therapeutic and assistive devices. This is a per-diem, paid-by-the-visit position serving Ventura County. Compensation is $65–$70 per routine visit, $80–$100 per evaluation, and $120–$140 per admission. Actual rates vary based on visit type, experience, location, and years of experience.
Requirements
- Graduate of a physical therapy school approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Physical Therapy Association, or the Council of Medical Education of Hospitals for the American Medical Association.
- Licensed or registered by the State of California.
- Valid CPR certification, driver’s license, and auto insurance.
- Able to read type of 12-point font or larger.
- Able to hear and speak in a manner understood by most people.
- Able to stoop and bend, carry equipment weighing up to 10 pounds up and down stairs, and lift and carry effectively to perform the listed functions.
- Able to travel to prospective clients’ residences.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of institutional experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with physicians to evaluate patients using diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests, and establish goals based on current functioning and potential for improvement.
- Guide and instruct patients in prescribed therapeutic activities to relieve pain and develop or restore function.
- Record and report patients’ reactions to therapy and changes in condition to the physician and home health office staff.
- Train patients, families, and caregivers in the proper use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices, including canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
- Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in the patient’s physical therapy program, providing handouts and instructional content.
- Assess patient condition, develop a plan of care and problem list, write clinical and progress notes, and maintain the patient record.
- Prepare periodic evaluations and summary reports of patient condition.
- Follow the Plan of Care.
- Communicate effectively with everyone providing care to the patient.
- Report to the physician, Director of Nursing, and designated Nursing Supervisor.
- Notify the Home Health Agency in a timely manner of absences that may affect agreed-upon services.
- Participate in discharge planning with staff, patients, families, and physicians, and complete the physical therapy discharge summary according to Agency policies.
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Career Level
Entry Level
