Physical Therapist

Aroostook Home Health Services•Fort Kent, ME

About The Position

The Physical Therapist is a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides physical therapy services to clients in their homes as prescribed by the attending physician. The role includes assessing clients, developing and implementing plans of care, documenting progress, communicating with the care team, and supporting clients and families in the use of therapeutic and assistive devices. Positions are available on a per diem, part-time, and full-time basis.

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 on Medical Education of Hospitals for the American Medical Association.
Licensed or registered by the State of Maine.
Able to travel to prospective clients' residences.
Must have a car with required insurance coverage and a State driver's license.
Able to hear and speak in a manner understood by most people.
Able to stoop and bend.
Able to lift and carry effectively to perform the listed functions.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of institutional experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the physician in evaluating clients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests.
Treat clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
Arrange for outpatient services that cannot be provided in the home.
Record and report to the physician the client's reaction to treatment and any changes in the client's condition.
Instruct clients and their families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices, such as canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
Instruct the family in the client's total physical therapy program.
Attend physical therapy staff meetings and in-service presentations.
Attend case conferences and in-service programs as indicated.
Supervise the physical therapist assistant, as indicated.
Participate in staff and Agency development activities.
Assess the client's condition; complete periodic evaluations and summaries; develop a plan of care and problem list; and write clinical or progress notes on the date of each visit, incorporating them into the client's record at least weekly.
Participate in the development and periodic revision of the physician's plan of treatment.
Communicate effectively with all those providing care.
Confirm weekly visit schedules with the Clinical Coordinator to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel.
Notify the Agency of absences due to illness, emergency leave, normal vacation periods, or special professional meetings that affect agreed services.
Participate with staff, client, and physician in discharge planning and complete the physical therapy discharge summary within the framework of Agency policies.
Assume other responsibilities deemed necessary and in the best interest of the organization, as requested by the Executive Director.