LHC Group is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist for a job in Trinity, Florida.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Physical Therapist
- Discipline : Therapy
- Duration : Ongoing
- Employment Type : Staff
Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.
Summary
We are hiring for a Full-Time Physical Therapist.
At Mederi Caretenders Home Health in New Port Richey, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it : for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve it truly is all about helping people.
You can find a home for your career here.
As a Physical Therapist, you can expect :
- the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
- continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
- independence and autonomy
- career growth possibilities
Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status / mobility, endurance / stamina, pain and other medical conditions.
Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress.
Evaluates the patient's functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and physical therapy needs.
Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
- Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.
- Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his / her condition to the nurse supervisor and / or the physician.
- Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice and evidence based techniques.
- Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family / caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
- Visits patients within the entire service area of their respective agency and other nearby LHC agencies as needed.
- According to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy.
- Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific guidelines. Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care to nurse supervisor within 24 hours of the evaluation.
- Participates in staff conferences and committees as requested by the agency.
- May supervise home health aides per LHC policy if allowed per state regulation.
- Provides supervision of the PTA as per LHC policy and state regulation.
- Schedule flexibility is needed in this role to ensure we provide care to the patient as needed. Requires the ability to participate in a weekend rotation and potential availability on observed holidays to ensure we are meeting the demands of our patients.
- Prepares a written discharge summary and / or a written summary report on patient's condition at least every 60 days.
- Provides in-service education as requested by agency leadership.
- Adheres to LHC Therapy Standards of Practice in provision of services to all patients.
- Is responsible for accessing education to maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and skills that are up to date with the current standards of care for the profession and to maintain state issued licensure.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Licensure Requirements
- Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of FL
- Current CPR certification
- Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle
LHC Group Job ID #2024026479. Posted job title : Therapy Physical Therapy
About LHC Group
LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it.
From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare.
More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose : It's all about helping people.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Employee assistance programs
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