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Avow Hospice lists this PHYSICAL THERAPIST - HOME HEALTH opportunity in naples, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Details
Location: AmeriCare Home Health Care - Naples, FL 34105.
Salary Range: $81,000.00 - $101,000.00 per year. Sign‑on Bonus: $10,000 for qualified candidates.
Territory: Naples to Marco Island. Mileage reimbursed at the current federal rate of 72.5 cents per mile.
Job Summary
The licensed Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient’s progress toward achieving functional goals. The PT will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.
Responsibilities
Provide PT services prescribed by a physician, which can be safely provided at home:
Initial and ongoing assessments to determine level of functioning, including OASIS assessments (G333, G336).
Developing and revising the plan of care with physician and care‑team members (G162, G186).
Providing therapeutic treatments and evaluating equipment needs as applicable.
Advising and consulting with family and agency personnel regarding medical equipment, HEP, safety issues (G143, G188).
Preparing clinical and progress notes (G187).
Evaluating outcomes of care.
Supervising Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides as appropriate (G190).
Planning for discharge.
Follow all policies and procedures, including safeguarding patient privacy and the Compliance Program.
Participate in in‑services and QA programs as requested (G189).
Complete all other duties as assigned.
Core Values
Integrity: We are honest, hardworking, fiscally responsible professionals driven solely by the wellbeing of our patients, their loved ones, and the communities we serve.
Education: We believe it is important to educate community members about our services and the role we play through life’s transitions.
Collaboration: We work together with each other, healthcare partners, and the community.
Innovation: We embrace change and seek creative ways to solve problems for new populations.
Celebration: We celebrate life and relationships.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited PT program.
Minimum 1 year experience in Physical Therapy.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Florida Driver’s License.
Licensed Physical Therapist in Florida.
Valid CPR certification.
Computer, Language, Mathematical, Reasoning Skills
Knowledge of basic typing, data entry, word processing software, database software, and general e‑mail usage.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to write speeches, articles, and present information to various audiences.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as probability, statistics, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret technical instructions.
Physical Demands
Regularly sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, reach; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; lift up to 10lbs and occasionally up to 25lbs. Vision abilities include eye focus and perception.
Work Environment
Occasional exposure to weather conditions; moderate noise level.
Compensation and Benefits
Medical insurance (PPO) with prescription drug co‑pay or HDHP w/HSA
Supplemental benefits (hospital confinement, accident and/or cancer)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and accidental death/dismemberment insurance (company paid)
Long‑term care insurance (company paid)
Retirement savings plan (TSA/403(b) matching program)
Short and long term disability insurance (company paid)
LegalShield (identity protection and more)
Bereavement leave for family and pets
Direct deposit
Credit union availability
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off
Mileage reimbursement
In‑house continuing education opportunities
Discounted membership at local area fitness center
Tuition reimbursement
Other employer-sponsored activities
Additional Information
We are a Tobacco Free Organization and hire only nicotine‑free individuals.
All applicants are required to complete a screening through the Clearinghouse.
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Worksite address
naples, FL, 33939, US
Who can apply
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