Physical Therapist / PT - Home Health
US-MS-GREENWOOD
BrightSpring Health Services
Req #: 159374
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations. If you're motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today! Our comprehensive benefits include: * Medical, Dental, Vision * Flexible schedule * Competitive pay + mileage reimbursement * 401K with Company match! * Tuition reimbursement + other discounts Responsibilities: * Performs physical therapy evaluation and treatment of patients based upon physician orders/referrals * Completes a comprehensive evaluation using appropriate evaluation and assessment tools and procedures * Reviews patient records for current diagnosis, past medical history, precautions and contraindications * Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plan to move the patient toward his or her maximum level of independence and/or function * Regularly re-assesses effectiveness of treatment plan, progress of patient towards goals and the need for modifying goals or treatment * Communicates patient's needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, family members, as applicable * Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment, progress of the patient and discharge from treatment * Recommends and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function and incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehab program * Maintains and submits evaluation, treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations * Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws * Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides in direct patient care and patient-related activities in accordance with state practice act * Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills Qualifications: * Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from a college or university with accredited Physical Therapy program * Current, unrestricted license as Physical Therapist in state of operation * Current Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification in accordance state regulations * A minimum of one year's work experience as a physical therapist preferred * Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury * Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions * Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail * Possesses the physical ability to perform job related duties which may require sitting, lifting, standing, bending, stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, and pulling * A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on the specific location policy, local or state regulations to verify that he/she is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
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