Physical Therapist

Optimal Home Care Inc•Westminster, CO

20d•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Optimal Home Care is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide home health services to patients in Colorado. The role supports the agency’s mission to improve and restore clients’ lives through quality patient care, specialty health care programs, and technology. The position offers pay per visit and a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops and implements plans of care, provides treatment to relieve pain and develop or restore function, and documents patient progress. The role also includes educating patients, families, and agency personnel; coordinating care and discharge planning; and participating in case conferences, staff development, and emergency preparedness activities. The position reports to the Director of Nursing and designated Nursing Supervisor or to the Rehabilitation Manager.

Requirements

Hold an active license and be able to practice in Colorado.
Have adequate and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Have adequate and effective interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as a Physical Therapist is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow the ethical and professional standards of conduct established by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Maintain patient safety and dignity and comply with applicable privacy requirements, HIPAA, and Federal, State, Local, and agency policies and procedures.
Assist the Physician in evaluating patients using diagnostic and prognostic tests of muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability, and participate in the Physician’s Plan of Care.
Develop, document, implement, and reevaluate a specific Plan of Care, including treatment modalities and frequencies.
Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
Arrange outpatient services that cannot be provided in the home.
Report patients’ reactions to treatment and changes in their conditions to the Physician.
Record clinical and progress notes in the patient’s clinical record weekly.
Instruct patients and families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices, including canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
Instruct families in the patient’s physical therapy program and evaluate the home environment.
Instruct other involved agency personnel in the care of patients receiving physical therapy.
Attend appropriate case conferences and in-service presentations.
Plan for patient discharge and prepare discharge summaries and instructions.
Participate in staff and agency development activities.
Comply with agency policies and procedures and the Employee Handbook.
Complete appropriate emergency preparedness training and participate in required exercises and drills.
Perform duties assigned through the Optimal Home Care Emergency Command Center communication tree during local, regional, or national emergencies or disasters.
Perform related duties and other tasks as assigned, including responsibilities that support the agency’s core values.