Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough evaluations to assess patients' physical function, mobility, strength, balance, and coordination.
- Treatment Planning: Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, patient goals, and physician recommendations.
- Therapeutic Interventions: Implement evidence-based therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities to address patients' specific needs and promote functional independence.
- Education and Training: Educate patients and their caregivers on proper techniques for exercises, transfers, and activities of daily living to maximize outcomes and prevent injury.
- Progress Monitoring: Regularly reassess patients' progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and document objective data to track improvements and outcomes.
- Communication: Maintain open communication with patients, caregivers, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
- Safety and Compliance: Adhere to industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and best practices to ensure patient safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
- Equipment Management: Recommend appropriate assistive devices and adaptive equipment to enhance patients' independence and safety within their home environment.
- Case Management: Coordinate care transitions, facilitate referrals to other healthcare providers or community resources, and advocate for patients' needs as necessary.
- Professional Development: Stay current with advancements in physical therapy practice, attend continuing education programs, and pursue opportunities for professional growth and development.
Qualifications:
- A valid license to practice as a physical therapist in the state of employment.
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Prior experience in home health or a related setting is preferred.
- Strong clinical skills with expertise in musculoskeletal, neurological, and geriatric rehabilitation.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing patient needs.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patients' homes within designated geographic areas.
- CPR certification and other relevant professional certifications may be required.
Working Conditions:
- Flexible schedule
- Travel required to visit patients in their homes, often in varying weather conditions.
- Potential exposure to infectious diseases and physical hazards while providing direct patient care.
Conclusion:
A home health physical therapist plays a vital role in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. By delivering personalized care, therapeutic interventions, and education, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals recovering from injury, illness, or surgery.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $125.00 - $200.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Physical Therapist License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Auburn, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road