Physical Therapist - Otterbein Staffing Agency

Otterbein SeniorLife • Tipp City, OH

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides rehabilitative care, including physical therapy, for home health patients who require assistance and training in ambulation, transferring, gait training, and home exercise programs. This role is an integral part of an interdisciplinary home care team, which includes Registered Nurses, Speech Therapists, Social Workers, and Home Health Aides. Otterbein Home Health is a Medicare-certified agency known for its high-quality services for the elderly, complementing Otterbein's extensive portfolio of independent senior services, outpatient capabilities, and clinical facilities. The services are available to Otterbein Lebanon residents and those in the surrounding area, guided by Otterbein’s faith-based ministry, clinical skills, and strong community ties. As a "Partner in Caring" at Otterbein, the Physical Therapist contributes to delivering person-centered care that respects residents and their choices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s in physical therapy.
• Minimum 2 years of physical therapist experience.
• Current license as a Physical Therapist from the State of Ohio or made application for same.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Complete a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in-services per year.

Nice To Haves

• Community / home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients according to a plan of care. This may include assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participation in developing the total plan of care as well as providing direct physical therapy treatment.
• Assess patients for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM and transfer capabilities.
• Instruct patients, families and caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Report patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in care to patient’s physician as needed and appropriate.
• Initiate physical therapy programs and instruct other personnel, patient and/or family/caregivers in their therapy program, as well as the goals of therapy.
• Supervise the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) as necessary.
• Participate in Otterbein Universal Home Health Quality Assessment/Performance Improvement program.
• Confer with the attending physician, home care team members and patient and/or family/caregivers to promote coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress notes in a timely manner and in accordance with Otterbein Universal Home Health, state and federal guidelines and regulations.

Benefits

• Access to open shifts at Otterbein’s independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
• You choose when and where to work.
• Increase your income potential.
• Connect with a supportive community.
• Define your own career path and scheduling preferences.
• DailyPay
• Highest wages in the industry
• Weekend differentials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees