About this opportunity
CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE INC lists this Physical Therapist Home Health opportunity in pomona, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits
401(k)
Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Job Title
Physical Therapist- Home Health
Position
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Job Description Summary
Gives Report To: Clinical Supervisor. The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.
Roles & Responsibilities
Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This may include, but will not be limited to: Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment
Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab
Directing physical therapy treatment
Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances
Determining priority needs for physical therapy
Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition
Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences
May train patient in the use of prosthetic device
Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy
Participates in discharge planning for patient
Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated
Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations
When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks
Maintains confidentiality of patient and organization information
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description
Qualifications
Possesses a degree from a bachelors or masters program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization
Licensed to practice as physical therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification
Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements
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Worksite address
pomona, CA, 91768, US
Who can apply
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