Physical Therapist

Human Touch Home Health Care•Denver, CO

15d•$75 - $100•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist, whether contracted or employed through the Organization, provides physical therapy services and adheres to the conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. The role provides in-person home health care to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This is a PRN position paid per visit, with a typical visit lasting one hour. The employee may also be assigned other related duties, and job duties may be adjusted based on organizational and industry needs.

Requirements

Degree from a baccalaureate or master's program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state, if applicable.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist.
Good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license and an automobile in good working order and insured according to Organization requirements.
Ability to reliably commute to Denver, Colorado, or plan to relocate before starting work.
Physical therapy discipline license required.

Nice To Haves

Community or home health experience is preferred.
One year of experience in the discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services according to a written physician's plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status; participate in developing the total plan of care; and evaluate the home environment.
Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and rehabilitation potential.
Direct physical therapy treatment and determine priority needs for physical therapy.
Instruct patients and families or caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Report patients' reactions to treatment or changes in condition to the physician.
Initiate physical therapy programs and instruct personnel and family or caregivers in relevant phases of therapy and the patient's therapy goals, including through case conferences.
Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when appropriate.
Identify patient and family or caregiver needs for other home health services and make referrals as necessary.
Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on goal attainment, as directed by Organization policy.
Participate in patient discharge planning.
Provide physical therapy consultation to patients' families or caregivers when indicated.
Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
Participate in the peer consultation process.
Supervise physical therapy assistants according to Organization policy and state regulations.
When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise, and evaluate home health aide care every two weeks.