Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient
About The Position
The Physical Therapist provides primarily outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The role evaluates patients and develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs to support rehabilitation, restore and enhance function, and promote independence and productivity. The therapist may refer patients to other disciplines to address comprehensive care needs and collaborates with patients, caregivers, and the rehabilitation team to plan and deliver treatment. The position offers a flexible schedule and work across various settings. Treatment may include therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, physical and mechanical modalities, health and wellness education, chronic disease management, fall-risk assessment and interventions, and home and community mobility assessment. The therapist also designs or applies adaptive devices and trains patients in their use. The role includes maintaining treatment schedules and timely clinical and billing documentation; participating in patient-care and staffing meetings; promoting a safe environment; and ordering and maintaining equipment and supplies. The therapist may supervise physical therapy assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as applicable under state requirements and professional standards.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
- A Master's degree in Physical Therapy; or a Master's degree in a Physical Therapy-related field in addition to a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; or a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy plus five years of progressively responsible PT experience.
- A qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. degree in Physical Therapy.
- Valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients' residences.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients, establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, determine predicted improvement and treatment timelines, and develop individualized plans of care and goals with patients and caregivers.
- Deliver physical therapy programs and treatments, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, physical and mechanical modalities, health and wellness, chronic disease management, and fall-risk interventions.
- Educate and train patients and caregivers in skills and functions that promote independence and productivity.
- Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive needs, and consult with rehabilitation team members to select appropriate therapeutic regimens.
- Adapt plans of care to individual patient needs and perform routine reexaminations to modify or progress treatment.
- Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
- Assess home and community mobility and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
- Instruct patients in mobility skills and techniques and evaluate their progress, attitudes, and behavior related to rehabilitation.
- Supervise physical therapy assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as applicable and in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
- Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, complete clinical and billing documentation on time, and attend related work meetings.
- Attend and contribute to patient-care and staffing conferences and other related meetings.
- Promote a safe environment and help eliminate fire and safety hazards.
- Order supplies and equipment as needed; clean and maintain equipment and identify and report repair needs.
- Provide caring, compassionate patient service that recognizes the needs and rights of patients and families.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members; dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
- Clinical mentorship program for new graduates, beginning on day one.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and relocation assistance.
- Journey Travel Program, described as providing work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
- Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
