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Physical Therapist Homecare Dimensions
Requisition number 2326998
Job category Healthcare Delivery
Primary location Dallas TX
Date posted 04262026
Overtime status Exempt
Travel No
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The Physical Therapist PT contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for implementation of standards of care for physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. The PT plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy for patients suffering from injuries or muscle nerve joint and bone diseases to restore function relieve pain and to prevent disability. The PT ensures quality and safe delivery of care in compliance with all applicable laws rules regulations and policies.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide physical therapy services to patient according to a written physicians Plan of Care. This may include but will not be limited to
Assessing and evaluating therapeuticrehabilitativefunctional status participation in the development of the total plan of care and evaluates home environment
Assesses for muscle strength mobility gait and range of motion - potential for rehab
Directing physical therapy treatment
Instructing patients andor familiescaregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances and assistive devices
Determining priority needs for physical therapy
Reports patients reaction to treatment or changes in condition to physician
Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel andor 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
Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals
Participates in discharge planning for patient
Provide in-service education related to Physical Therapy to Agency personnel as needed
Participates in peer consultation process
Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant PTA according to Agency policy and state regulations every 30 days. Responsible for the overall performance coordination and evaluation of the PTA work
Treats and re-evaluates patients at a minimum every 30 days
Maintains contactcommunication with other personnel involved in the patients care to promote coordinated efficient care
Maintains a productivity standard of 25-30 units per week
Maintain clinical competency in physical therapy practice and theory including maintaining required continuing education as specified by state licensing board
Performs care management duties on patient whose primary skilled service is physical therapy to include SOC documentation preparing written Plan of Care for the Certified Home Health Aide if applicable notifying the physician of changes in the patients condition or progress toward goals reassessing the patient for recertification supervision of the home health aide attending and documenting case conferences initiating coordination of care by reporting significant findings to others on the healthcare team and planning for notification of and documenting the discharge of the patient
Adheres to the Agencys Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of documentation
Evaluates fits adjusts and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces prostheses and supportive devices such as crutches canes walkers and wheelchairs
Performs medication management in compliance with TBPTE regulations consistent with the APTA position statement on the role of PTs in medication management commensurate with knowledge experience competency and skills validation
Advises and consults with patients and caregivers
Recognizes and reports life threatening situations and responds appropriately
Exhibits professionalism and is courteous with all patients physicians and co-workers
Demonstrates knowledge and observance of the Patients Bill of Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices
Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelinesstandards as per agency policy
Participates in educational programs and all required in-service programs to maintain comprehensive home care knowledge base as assigned by supervisor
Complies with all Homecare Dimensions Inc. Agencys policies and procedures. Promotes and maintains an agency environment that is in compliance with federal state and local regulatory agencies. Participates in the agencys endeavors for accreditation licensing and professional recognition according to state federal andor CHAPs requirements. Participates in the Performance Improvement Program activities of the Agencys and periodic review of clinical records as assigned
Communication
Communicates with the physician regarding patient needs and reports any changes in patient condition obtainsreceives physicians orders as required
Communicates with community health related personnel to coordinate the Plan of Care
Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager CTM and Clinical Team Coordinator CTCScheduler to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients within 1 business day of identifying need
Documents all communications with the patient family physician other disciplines and appropriate others as indicated on communication notes
Additional Duties
Ensures arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available
Maintains a daily patient case load and point of care documentation levels as per Agency standards
Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality
Maintains privacy and confidentiality with regard to all patient staff and Agency information
Demonstrates flexibility enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others as necessary
Expresses verbal and written communication in a clear positive and collaborative manner
Ensures that time off is entered in the timecard timely
Promotes the Agencys image by adhering to the Agency Dress Code
At a minimum performs quarterly chart audits discipline specific
Performs all other related duties as assigned
Youll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide
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