Physical Therapist, PRN/FT/PT
Commonwealth
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Provide initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the client’s needs, including Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) assessments
- Establish a treatment plan in consultation with the physician and revise it with the approval of the physician as necessary
- Assist in development and implementation of the interdisciplinary client care plan as it pertains to Physical Therapy
- Assist the physician in evaluating clients by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
- Treat clients to relieve pain, develop or restore functional and maintain maximum performance, using physical means, such as exercise
- Consult and familiarize staff regarding the established plan
- Teach, supervise, and counsel the family and client in the physical therapy program
- Instruct client in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes and prosthetic and orthotic devices
- Provide the equipment required to carry out the plan.
- Arrange for out‐client service for procedures which cannot be given at home
- Record on a timely basis all evaluation data, treatments, and client's response to therapy intervention; Also records quality assurance data
- Prepare an assessment of the client's condition and periodic evaluations and summaries.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and paraprofessionals as per agency policy
- Record and report to the physician the client's reaction to treatment and /or any changes in the client's condition
- Communicate with the physician at least every 30 days or whenever changes occur regarding the client’s status and obtain additional orders, if necessary.
- Communicate with other team members (including Home attendants) and, when appropriate, instructs them in certain phases of physical therapy that they may use while working with the client
- Write clinical/progress notes on the date of the visit and incorporate the same in the client's record within 72 hours.
- Participate in case conferences, physical therapy staff meetings, agency activities and in‐service programs as necessary
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Physical Therapy Association
- Must be licensed or registered in Virginia
- Must have at least one year of institutional/home health experience
- Must have current CPR certification
- Working knowledge of Medicare regulations and guidelines is a plus
- You must have a minimum of one year experience as an PT, home health experience is strongly preferred
- Must be proficient using PT equipment
- You must be able to provide two references
- You must be able to pass OIG checks, Virginia State Police background check, and national background checks, and able to verify employment eligibility with necessary documentation
- Reliable transportation, proof of valid car insurance, and a valid driver’s license
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage including prescription drug and emotional health coverage as well as teladoc services
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, supplemental health protection plans (accident, disability, voluntary life insurance, and critical illness insurance)
- Paid time
- Bring Your Own Device Program for qualified staff members
- Monthly internet/MIFI allowance
- Monthly cell phone allowance
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Employee referral program
- Toll reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement at .50 a mile
- Employee recognition program
- Unlimited potential for growth
- Extensive and tailored employee orientation led by clinicians
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
OASIS assessmentstreatment planningdiagnostic testsprognostic testsphysical therapy techniquesclient evaluationsquality assurance datasupervision of assistantsclinical documentationcase conferencing
Soft Skills
communicationteachingcounselingsupervisioncollaborationorganizationproblem-solvinginterpersonal skillsadaptabilityleadership
Certifications
licensed physical therapistCPR certification