Physical Therapist – Home Care

Overview

• Provide professional rehabilitation therapy to patients in their homes, ensuring personalized care and support.
• Develop and implement goal-oriented therapy programs tailored to individual patient needs.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess patient conditions and progress.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure effective coordination and resource utilization.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers for effective home program implementation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and care plans.
• Supervise and assess the performance of Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and external regulations.
• Participate in discharge planning and provide recommendations for continued care.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform patient evaluations to develop tailored therapy programs with measurable goals.
• Document patient progress, reassessments, and discharge summaries accurately and promptly.
• Coordinate care with physicians and healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home therapy programs and health practices.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
• Ensure therapy services align with physician's care plans and organizational standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and provide recommendations for ongoing care.
• Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
• Respond to patient inquiries and coordinate schedules effectively.

Job Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (PT) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in physical therapy; 3 years preferred.
• Valid Physical Therapist License and AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
• Proficiency in using personal computers and relevant software applications.
• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation therapy practices and patient care standards.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent communication skills for patient education and team collaboration.
• Capability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate and timely documentation of patient care.