About this opportunity
Career Strategies lists this Physical Therapist opportunity in denver, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapist
Reputable Home Care Company hiring a Physical Therapist to evaluate and care for patients, by implementing personalized rehabilitation programs for patients in their homes. The primary goal is to maximize functional independence, improve mobility, and manage pain while collaborating directly with the patient's physician and care team. Want to be part of a great team and make your own schedule, come join a growing company that truly cares for the Elderly in their community and provide much needed services to patients that are confined to their homes. Position pays $100 an hour (this includes drive time and visiting rates).
Key Responsibilities
In-Home Assessments: Evaluate a patient's physical limitations, environmental safety, mobility, and activities of daily living (ADLs) within their unique home layout.
Individualized Care Plans: Design and implement therapeutic exercise and pain management programs consistent with the physician's established Plan of Care.
Patient and Caregiver Education: Train patients, family members, and caregivers on safe transfer techniques, fall prevention, and the use of assistive devices (e.g., walkers, wheelchairs, crutches).
Home Modifications: Identify potential physical barriers in the home and recommend accessibility modifications to enhance safety.
Supervision: Oversee care provided by Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) and Home Health Aides, ensuring compliance with state regulations and agency standards.
Clinical Documentation: Promptly record and report the patient's progress, response to therapy, and changes in condition to the physician and care management team.
Discharge Planning: Develop and execute individualized discharge plans that transition the patient safely and successfully to independent living or outpatient care.
Qualifications and Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate).
Valid and unrestricted Colorado licensure to practice as a Physical Therapist.
Current CPR certification and valid driver's license with reliable, insured transportation. Ability to travel/drive throughout the Denver area.
Strong critical thinking, independent problem-solving, and time-management skills to effectively navigate a mobile work environment.
Must be patient, compassionate and have a helpful attitude!
Important: This can be a Per Diem position or Fulltime perm position depending on how many hours you can commit to weekly. For Per Diem Employees you can work 10-25 hours a week, and you can make your own schedule. As a Per Diem Employee you are eligible for PTO/Holiday pay and can enroll in the company 401k (no health benefits). Fulltime Employees (35 + hours a week) are eligible for Health Benefits, 401K, PTO/Holiday pay and you also get to make your own schedule. Traveling distance for this position is within a 35-40 mile radius of Littleton Colorado. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
denver, CO, 80285, US
Who can apply
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