PHYSICAL THERAPIST -" OUTPATIENT HOME BASED

Company: ECHN
Location: West Granby
Posted on: September 29, 2024

Job Description:

We are inviting you to help grow our new line of service! This is in the client home, but with an outpatient approach. This role is paid on a per-visit basis. There is a rate for visits and training. Apply today to learn more about this great new opportunity!POSITION SUMMARY:Provides outpatient physical therapy services in the patient's place of residence (i.e. home, assisted living facility) which requires reliable transportation. - Provides treatments to patients by evaluating their function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy with a minimum of a B.S. -
• Must hold a current Connecticut license in Physical Therapy.
• CPR certification required
• 3 years of recent outpatient physical therapy experience preferredCOMPETENCIES:
  • This position requires an individual with strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Must have personal computer skills and be proficient in the use of Windows based programs needed for department functions. -
  • Basic keyboarding and skill is desirable, but not required, in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and in search capabilities on the internet.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties. -ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. - They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. - These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. - - - - - - - - - - Job-Specific Competency
  • Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
  • Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient's symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
  • Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises (strength, endurance, coordination, and ROM).
  • Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to relieve pain and/or attain established goals.
  • Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing motor activity and learning.
  • Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity.
  • Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
  • Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department's policies and procedures.
  • Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation, and chart review.
  • Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
  • Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the APTA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation.
  • Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
  • Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
  • Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.

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