Physical Therapist, Home Health, Part-Time

Overview

Provides assessment and treatment of patients requiring physical therapy services within the Home Care setting. Is a resource to the Field Staff in the areas of community rehabilitation and individualized rehabilitation needs of the patient. Participates in the utilization review, quality improvement and interdisciplinary conference of the organization.

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served

• Pediatric (1-12 years) Adolescent (13-17 years) Adult (18-64 years) Geriatric (=>65 years)
• Required
• Education: Bachelor's degree.
• Specific course work:
• Physical
• Therapy preferred
• Necessary
• Skills: 1. Competency in the provision of physical therapy. 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 3. Knowledgeable in patient assessment. 4. Demonstrate age-specific competency.
• Required
• Licensure/Certifications: - Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in the state of Florida, - CPR certified.
• Required
• Experience: Minimum of one year Physical Therapy experience.

Supervision

• Supervisory responsibility - In-home supervision of LPTAs and Home Health Aides if patient is not receiving nursing services.
• Preferred
• Education: Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy