Weekend Home Health Physical Therapist - Emblem Home Health
Glendale, AZ
About the Job
Weekend PT Home Health / Physical Therapist
Are you a highly skilled and motivated Physical Therapist looking for an immediate opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others? Do you thrive in a dynamic and progressive healthcare environment? If you answered yes, then we have the perfect job for you!
Job Summary:
The Physical Therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and ensuring adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assume responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of individualized care plans in partnership with patients, representatives, and caregivers.
- Provide counseling and education to patients, caregivers, and families.
- Prepare clinical notes and progress summaries based on goal attainment.
- Communicate with physicians and other healthcare practitioners related to the current home health plan of care.
- Provide physical therapy services according to physician's plan of care, including assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and directing physical therapy treatment.
- Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
- Participate in discharge planning and referral to other home health services as necessary.
- Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
- Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement programs.
Job Requirements:
- Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist within the State.
- Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state and possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) or any successor organization of the CAPTE.
- Two years of appropriate experience as a Physical Therapist, preferably in community/home health.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
If you are a talented and motivated Physical Therapist looking to join a highly skilled team and make a difference in the lives of others, apply now! Take advantage of this immediate and time-sensitive opportunity to grow both personally and professionally with Emblem Home Health.
At Emblem we believe that the customer is second. At first glance this may seem backwards, but in time you will see why we believe that our team comes first. You will personally be empowered to take ownership of this principle as you grow and develop with us. We hold ourselves accountable to actively feel your continued passion for learning well beyond your initial orientation process. The entire Emblem team is here to support you as you learn intelligent risk-taking skills that will enhance your career development and improve your patient care outcomes.
