PRN Home Health Physical Therapist - Ellis County

Job description

PRN Home Health Physical Therapist - Ellis County

Job Description

Reliant at Home is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to cover Nacogdoches and surrounding areas. Home Health experience is preferred; Homecare Homebase knowledge is a plus.

Essential Functions

Perform clinical assessment; identify patient needs and appropriateness of patient.

Document, prepare and complete a Plan of Care, progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revise the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.

Perform and oversee other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patient needs and desires.

Apply the concept of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.

Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.

Plan and provide appropriate treatment for neuro‑muscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment.

Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.

Assist/instruct patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instruct on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., in a safe manner. Utilize appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs.

Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills.

Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies.

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Worksite address

fort worth, TX, 76102, US

Who can apply

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