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Home Health PT

Pennant Services

Tacoma, Washington

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Auto Insurance, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, CPR Certification, Case Management, Communication Skills, Discharge Plans, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, Health Plan, Healthcare, Home Care, Needs Assessment, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Education, Performance Management, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Prosthetics, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Treatment Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Tacoma, Washington
POSTED
30+ days ago
Physical Therapist

REPORTS TO: Director of Rehab

DEPARTMENT: Therapy

I. JOB SUMMARY

The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.

II. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s);

2. Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling;

3. Provides patient and caregiver education;

4. Prepares clinical notes, and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals;

5. Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care;

6. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:

i. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.

ii. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.

iii. Directing physical therapy treatment.

iv. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.

v. Determining priority needs for physical therapy

vi. Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.

7. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.

8. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.

9. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.

10. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

11. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.

12. Participates in peer consultation process.

13. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

14. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.

15. Participates in the HHA's quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

1. JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

1. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State, if applicable.

2. Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state and possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master's program in physical therapy approved by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy Education ("CAPTE") or any successor organization of the CAPTE.

3. Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.

4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

6. The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.

2. WORKING ENVIRONMENT (check all that apply)

Blood & Bodily Fluids Latex Odors, Chemicals

Disease Hazardous Drugs Other:

TB (to require mask) Mechanical/Electrical Other:

3. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Please complete based on a normal day's work.

Employees are asked to sign a statement indicating whether they can perform the essential functions of their position.

Requests for accommodation will be considered on an individual basis.

Classification Max Frequent Occasional This Job

Sedentary 10 lbs --------------------- ---------------------

Light 25 lbs 10 lbs ---------------------

Medium 50 lbs 25 lbs 10 lbs

Heavy 100 lbs 50 lbs 20 lbs

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