Physical Therapist (PT)

Pennant Group•Concord, CA

15d•$60 - $70

About The Position

Muir Home Health is seeking an experienced and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide home health physical therapy services to patients throughout Contra Costa County and parts of Solano and Alameda counties. The therapist provides services according to a written physician's plan of care and adheres to conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. The role involves evaluating patients and their home environments, delivering and directing treatment, coordinating care with physicians and caregivers, documenting progress, and participating in discharge planning and case conferences. The position may be employed or contracted through the Organization. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem job types are listed.

Requirements

Degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
Licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the state, if applicable.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Current CPR certification.
Licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order, in accordance with state or organization requirements.

Nice To Haves

Community or home health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services according to a written physician's plan of care.
Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status; participate in developing the total plan of care and evaluate the home environment.
Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and rehabilitation potential.
Direct physical therapy treatment and determine priority needs for physical therapy.
Instruct patients and families or caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Report patients’ reactions to treatment and changes in condition to the physician.
Initiate physical therapy programs and instruct personnel and family or caregivers in relevant phases and goals of the program, including through case conferences.
Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when appropriate.
Identify patient and family or caregiver needs for other home health services and make referrals as necessary.
Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on goal attainment, as directed by Organization policy.
Participate in discharge planning for patients.
Provide physical therapy consultation to home families or caregivers when indicated.
Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
Participate in the peer consultation process.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in accordance with organization policy and state regulations.
When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise, and evaluate home health aide care every two weeks.
Perform other job-related tasks as requested.