Summit Home Care & Hospice
Physical Therapist (Home Health Care) (9670)
Summit Home Care & Hospice, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Physical Therapist (Home Health Care) (9670)
Summit Home Care and Hospice is seeking an experienced and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team. We’re committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services in the comfort of our patients' homes to positively impact quality of life by redefining the delivery of care.
Responsibilities
Provide physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative/functional status.
Develop, implement and direct physical therapy programs that focus on rehabilitation.
Evaluate the patient’s home environment.
Assess patients for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM with potential for rehab.
Direct patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Determine priority needs for physical therapy.
Report the patient's reaction to treatment or changes in their condition to their physician.
Initiate physical therapy program and instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient.
Instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
May train the patient in the use of prosthetic devices.
Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refer as necessary.
Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
Participate in discharge planning for the patient.
Provide physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
Participate in the peer consultation process.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise and evaluate home health aide care every two weeks.
Collaborate with other team personnel to achieve well-rounded care.
Qualifications
Active physical therapy license in the state of Indiana.
Bachelors, master's or doctorate in physical therapy from an Accredited Program, Required.
Possess and maintain a current CPR certification.
Recent TB Test.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with active automobile insurance.
Other Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or other areas preferred.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist preferred.
Community/home health experience is preferred.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle physical workload.
Ability to build rapport with patients.
Strong leadership qualities.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Time
Mileage Reimbursement ($0.48/Mile)
Referral Program
Flexible Schedule
Employment details
Location: Lawrence, IN; Warren Park, IN; Beech Grove, IN; Greenfield, IN
Type: Full-time
Hours: Monday - Friday (40 hours per week)
Travel: Required; Mileage reimbursement available ($0.48/mile)
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Responsibilities
Provide physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative/functional status.
Develop, implement and direct physical therapy programs that focus on rehabilitation.
Evaluate the patient’s home environment.
Assess patients for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM with potential for rehab.
Direct patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
Determine priority needs for physical therapy.
Report the patient's reaction to treatment or changes in their condition to their physician.
Initiate physical therapy program and instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient.
Instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
May train the patient in the use of prosthetic devices.
Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refer as necessary.
Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
Participate in discharge planning for the patient.
Provide physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
Participate in the peer consultation process.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise and evaluate home health aide care every two weeks.
Collaborate with other team personnel to achieve well-rounded care.
Qualifications
Active physical therapy license in the state of Indiana.
Bachelors, master's or doctorate in physical therapy from an Accredited Program, Required.
Possess and maintain a current CPR certification.
Recent TB Test.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with active automobile insurance.
Other Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or other areas preferred.
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist preferred.
Community/home health experience is preferred.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle physical workload.
Ability to build rapport with patients.
Strong leadership qualities.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Time
Mileage Reimbursement ($0.48/Mile)
Referral Program
Flexible Schedule
Employment details
Location: Lawrence, IN; Warren Park, IN; Beech Grove, IN; Greenfield, IN
Type: Full-time
Hours: Monday - Friday (40 hours per week)
Travel: Required; Mileage reimbursement available ($0.48/mile)
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