Physical Therapist Home Health (San Fernando Valley)

Omega Home Health Care Services•Los Angeles County, CA

11h

About The Position

Omega Home Health Care Services is hiring a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and provide physical therapy services as prescribed by the attending physician. The role focuses on helping patients relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance through individualized therapy and instruction. The position serves patients in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles County, California, and is paid by the visit. Compensation varies by visit type: routine visits range from $65 to $70 per visit, evaluations from $80 to $100 per visit, and admissions from $120 to $140 per visit. Actual rates vary based on factors including 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.
Valid 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.
Able to carry equipment weighing up to 10 pounds up and down stairs.
Able to lift and carry effectively to perform the listed job functions.
Able to travel to prospective clients' residences.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of institutional experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with the physician to evaluate patients using diagnostic and prognostic tests of muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability, and establish goals based on the patient's current functioning and potential for improvement.
Guide and instruct patients in prescribed therapeutic activities intended to relieve pain and develop or restore function.
Record and report the patient's response to the therapy program 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 overall physical therapy program, using handouts and instructional content.
Assess the patient's condition, develop a plan of care and problem list, write clinical and progress notes, and document the information in the patient's record.
Prepare periodic evaluations and summary reports of the patient's 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 promptly of absences due to illness, emergency leave, vacation, or professional meetings that affect agreed-upon services.
Participate with staff, patients, patients' families, and physicians in discharge planning, and complete the physical therapy discharge summary according to Agency policies.