Physical Therapist Home Health (Santa Barbara)

Omega Home Health Care Services•Santa Barbara, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Omega Home Health Care Services is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and provide physical therapy services as prescribed by the attending physician. The position serves home health patients in Santa Barbara, California, and is paid by the visit. Compensation varies by visit type: routine visits pay $65–$70, evaluations pay $80–$100, and admissions pay $120–$140. Actual rates may vary based on 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, driver's license, and auto insurance.
Able to read 12-point font or larger.
Able to hear and speak in a manner understood by most people.
Able to stoop and bend, carry equipment weighing up to 10 pounds up and down stairs, and lift and carry effectively to perform the listed 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 muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests, and establish goals based on current functioning and potential for improvement.
Guide and instruct patients in prescribed therapeutic activities to relieve pain and develop or restore function.
Record and report patients’ reactions to therapy and changes in their 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 physical therapy program using handouts and instructional content.
Assess patients, develop plans of care and problem lists, write clinical and progress notes, and maintain patient records.
Prepare periodic evaluations and summary reports of patients’ conditions.
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 in a timely manner of absences that may affect agreed-upon services.
Participate in discharge planning with staff, patients, families, and physicians, and complete the physical therapy discharge summary according to Agency policies.