Physical Therapist

Overview

• Provide skilled physical therapy services to patients, adhering to infection control practices and agency policies.
• Conduct initial and ongoing physical therapy assessments, focusing on functional limitations and patient-centered goals.
• Utilize telehealth for pulmonary and cardiac rehabilitative services, assessing therapy responses effectively.
• Collaborate with home care physicians and clinical teams to maintain and update physician orders.
• Demonstrate proficiency in OASIS evaluations, achieving high accuracy in chart reviews.
• Manage case oversight and coordination, ensuring efficient resource use and avoiding re-hospitalization.
• Provide timely documentation, including OASIS data and mandated federal and state notices.
• Support and promote the mission of the client, attending mandatory in-services and team meetings.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Deliver physical therapy services using motivational interviewing and chronic disease management strategies.
• Perform evaluations to assess functional limitations, pain, and other conditions as per state practice standards.
• Develop and document patient-centered plans of care with clear intervention goals.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of visits, discharges, and functional assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve patient goals efficiently.
• Provide case management oversight, prioritizing and delegating patient visits effectively.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, including Medicare notices and functional assessments.
• Participate in team meetings and mandatory training sessions to ensure professional development.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Physical Therapy or related field.
• New York State License and current registration as a Physical Therapist.
• Ability to comply with New York State regulatory requirements for patient care.
• Proficiency in OASIS evaluations and documentation practices.
• Experience in telehealth services for pulmonary and cardiac rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong case management and coordination skills to achieve patient-centered goals.
• Flexibility in scheduling and commitment to meeting patient needs.
• Previous experience as a Physical Therapist is preferred but not mandatory.