Home Health Physical Therapy Case Manager
Advocate Aurora Health
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Burlington • Wisconsin • United States
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Salary
💰 $4,415 - $6,625 per hour
About the role
- Arranges necessary health-care services for patients requiring Physical Therapy services
- Evaluates and executes appropriate treatment for referred patients with emphasis on quality of care, continuity of services, and cost-effectiveness
- Provides medically prescribed physical therapy in accordance with policies and professional standards
- Conducts a physical therapy evaluation of each patient and establishes a plan of care and treatment goals
- Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integument evaluations utilizing appropriate methods
- Evaluates outcomes within an appropriate time frame
- Provides on-going assessment of patient response to treatments and teaches and applies interventions as appropriate
- Updates and revises plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report on a regular basis
- Communicates problems to physicians and management and clearly states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as they occur
- Completes a plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report
- Maintains and updates clinical and patient records according to state and federal guidelines
- Manages assigned caseload including scheduling and informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to provide coverage
- Manages patient's medical condition including medications
- Acts as a patient advocate to insure optimal outcomes
- Manages assigned caseload for optimal functional and financial outcomes
- May manage a caseload of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA)
- Performs Home Health Aide joint visits as appropriate to maximize patient's functional abilities in the home
- Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to patients and caregivers
- Discusses caseload issues and changes in case census with management
- Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement activities
- Facilitates discharge planning process and utilizes interagency/system and community resources to assure continuity of care after discharge
- Acts as a resource to employees, which includes training/orienting, mentoring, and providing guidance on more complex issues
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
- Physical Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
- Typically requires 3 years of experience in physical therapy rehabilitation experience within an acute hospital, home health care, or other relevant environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of indications and contraindications of modalities and exercise
- Demonstrated skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment, and other devices that are available in work area
- Demonstrated proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work independently and make sound judgments
- Good human relations, organization, problem solving, and decision-making skills
- Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products
- Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.
Benefits
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
physical therapymusculoskeletal evaluationneuromuscular evaluationcardiopulmonary evaluationtreatment planningclinical skillsmodalitiesexercise equipmentpatient assessmentdischarge planning
Soft Skills
communicationproblem solvingdecision makingorganizationpatient advocacymentoringtrainingindependent worksound judgmentinterpersonal skills
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in Physical TherapyPhysical Therapist licenseBasic Life Support (BLS) certification