Full-Time Physical Therapist
Company: SunCrest OMNI
Location: Tallahassee
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
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. Participate in a weekend rotation to provide
services for their respective agency and other nearby LHC agencies
as needed. 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.
Licensure Requirements Current Physical Therapy licensure in state
of Current CPR certification Must have a current driver's license
and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable
Keywords: SunCrest OMNI, Tallahassee , Full-Time Physical Therapist, Healthcare , Tallahassee, Florida
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