About this opportunity
Valley Health lists this Physical Therapist - Home Health - Full Time First Shift opportunity in winchester, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Valley Health Overview
As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.
Department HOME HEALTH - Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Range $38.02 - $57.04
Job Description
The Home Health Physical Therapist provides direct patient care in the patient's home environment as part of a multidisciplinary team including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech, social work and home health techs. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients and use professional judgment to design the individualized plan of care which best meets the patient's needs. The Physical Therapist provides direct, one-on-one patient care, and will also supervise care provided by assistants. The Home Health agency relies heavily on technology; email is a primary means of communication, and the therapist will use a laptop to complete documentation in an electronic record. The patient population varies widely across the spectrums of acuity, age, and diagnosis. The Physical Therapist works under the direction of a clinical team manager with support from a rehab clinical coordinator. Employment begins with a 4–6-week orientation with a seasoned preceptor to ensure that the clinician is well prepared when they begin treating on their own. Additional job duties include performance improvement opportunities, policy and procedure review and development, research, etc. Working in home health provides endless variety of setting, scenery, and clinical challenges, and provides a unique opportunity to enter and work within the real-life environments of our patients, bringing meaningful change to their daily lives.
Education
Bachelors, master's or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy is required.
Experience
Minimum two years of clinical experience (4,160 hours) is required.
Certification & Licensure
Physical Therapy licensed or eligible in the state of assignment (Virginia or West Virginia) is required. Licensure in a secondary state may be required depending on geographical area assigned. BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved is required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.
Qualifications
Basic computer and keyboarding skills or participation in computer training within the first year of employment. Competent to successfully interact with patients, according to their special needs which may apply based upon the age of the patient served. Must have access to transfer electronic data. Must not have been convicted of or have pending charges of any barrier crimes.
Benefits
A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Savings Match
A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.
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Worksite address
winchester, VA, 22603, US
Who can apply
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