Home Health PT Physical Therapist Part Time PRN Lymphedema

Aveanna Healthcare•Lake Mary, FL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist to join its home health care team. The role helps patients recuperate from illness or injury in their homes. This part-time position involves weekday visits in Seminole County and requires lymphedema certification. The Physical Therapist assesses patients, plans and delivers care, documents progress, coordinates with the care team, and supports patients and caregivers through discharge planning.

Requirements

Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university or program.
Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
Valid CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Lymphedema certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in home health therapy.
Completion of OASIS documentation.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing assessments of mobility, coordination, strength, and functional status.
Administer, evaluate, and interpret tests and measurements to determine functional goals and outcomes.
Write evaluations and plans of care that define therapy needs, goals, progress, and expected outcomes.
Deliver physical therapy services in accordance with physician orders.
Maintain plans of care through timely documentation, modifying goals and treatment as needed, and determining discharge plans.
Plan for discharge and collaborate with and educate patients and caregivers about home exercise plans.
Coordinate services with healthcare team members, physicians, patients’ representatives, and nurses.
Document according to policy and procedure, with minimal supervision or instruction, and produce documentation that avoids technical or clinical denials upon payer review.
Maintain effective communication with staff, healthcare team members, and families.
Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
Supervise other personnel, such as physical therapist assistants and home health aides, as applicable.
Complete OASIS assessments where permitted by state professional practice and regulations.
Follow policies and procedures and comply with patient care standards, licensure regulations, and state laws.