Home Health Physical Therapist

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician or advanced practice practitioner's orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Home Health leadership team.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written individualized plan of care
• Assesses and evaluates therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment
• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM and transfer capabilities. Improve or minimize residual physician disabilities of the patient
• Provides physician or advanced practice practitioner's prescribed physical therapy
• Educates on equipment required to increase patient function and independence returning the individual to optimal and productive level within the patient's capability

Required Qualifications

• Possesses a degree of an accredited Master's or doctoral program as a Physical Therapist
• Requires interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff, patients, and caregivers
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Able to demonstrate problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements and deadlines
• Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently
• Ability to lift at least 35lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively

Desired Qualifications

• Home Health experience preferred
• 1-year clinical experience as an Physical Therapist preferred
• Familiarity with Home Care Home Base (HCHB) preferred

Location

• Office Location: Bingham Farms, MI
• Main Service Area: Greater Detroit and surrounding areas

Hours

• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
• Weekend rotation