Physical Therapist

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• Provide Direct Patient Care - Conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver physical therapy interventions in patients' homes to improve function, relieve pain, and promote independence.
• Coordinate and Document Care - Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, communicate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, and ensure compliance with home health regulations and best practices.
• Support Patient Education & Supervision - Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, disease management, and proper equipment use, while also supervising home health aides and physical therapy assistants.

Education:

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist education program approved by The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), a successor organization of CAPTE, or an education program outside the United States determined to be substantially equivalent to physical therapist entry-level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Passed an examination for Physical Therapists approved by the state in which physical therapy services are provided.

Experience:

• One year experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Licensed as a PT by the state in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply within state regulation.
• Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.
• Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.
• CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.