Home Health Physical Therapist

Our Mission

We create a happy, caring, professional, family-oriented atmosphere whereby goal-setting and communication exist. We are guiding our patients to reach new levels of their overall health and reduce hospitalization. We are leading the way in healthcare!

We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will work with patients to develop, recover, or maintain daily living skills.

Job Description Summary

The Physical Therapist for NorthStar Healthcare Services is responsible for implementing standards of care for physical therapy services and adhering to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's

plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:

A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participating in developing the total plan of care. Evaluate home environment.

B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—rehab potential.

C. Directing physical therapy treatment.

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

E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy.

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

G. Initiates the 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. Participates in case conferences to teach them the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient.

2. May train patients in the use of prosthetic devices.

3. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and

refers as necessary.

4. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.

5. Participates in discharge planning for patients.

6. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of

goals as directed by Organization policy.

7. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.

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

needed.

9. Participates in peer consultation process.

10. Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state

regulations.

11. When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise, and evaluate home

health aide care every two (2) weeks.

Position Qualifications

1. Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or Masters' program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.

2. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state, if applicable.

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. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and in good working order.

https://www.northstarhh.com

Job Types: Full-time, Per diem

Pay: $72.00 - $80.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road