Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION – PHYSICAL THERAPIST
*REPORTS TO: *Chief Operating Officer
*CLASSIFICATION:* Non-exempt
*PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: *The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing specified services to home care clients according to MDH guidelines and MN Home Care Statutes.
*JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Provides an admission assessment for all new clients:
· Completes all admission documents
· Obtains physician orders, as appropriate
* Assures that the assessment and physician orders are appropriately updated
* Consults with clients to learn their physical condition and symptoms
* Creates individual treatment plans that can be carried out at home
* Outlines treatment goals and methods to be used
* Monitor client progress
* Utilizes techniques like functional training and exercise, medication, diet changes, and specialized equipment that is designed to treat and alleviate pain
* Coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including RN on staff
* Completes discharges and transfers for clients when needed
* Communicates with families, responsible parties, case managers and other health care providers regarding the clients when indicated
* Documents, as indicated, in the clinical record
* Is aware of and uses good safety practices, including but not limited to:
* Body mechanics
* Fall prevention
* Reporting of defective equipment or hazards
* Wiping spills or wet floors immediately
* Using Standard Precautions and appropriate infection control measures
* Knowledge of emergency procedures
* Reporting incidents/accidents to the Director of Nursing or Administrator on the day of occurrence
* Participates in care conferences with other members of the health care team
* Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families, and employees
* Promotes a safe and comfortable environment for the client and family
* Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Recognizes and manages own stresses, which may affect work performance
* Participates in team meetings
* Participates in in-service educational programs, as required by state regulations
* Performs additional duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer
* Adheres to all agency policies
*POSITION DESCRIPTION*
Physical Therapist
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*EXPERIENCE/JOB SKILLS REQUIREMENTS*
· Graduate of accredited physical therapy program and licensed as a physical therapist in the State of Minnesota
· Experience in home care or assisted living preferred
· Supervisory experience preferred
· Must be able to read, write, comprehend and carry out directions and instructions
· Able to function independently
· Good health status and emotional stability
· Demonstrate a strong commitment to service excellence
WORKING CONDITION REQUIREMENTS
: (Occasionally means 1-2 hours of an 8 hour workday, frequently means 2.5 to 5.5 hours of an 8 hour workday and continually means 6 to 8 hours of an 8 hour workday)
Sit Frequently
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Bend/Stoop Occasionally
Squat Occasionally
Crawl Occasionally
Reach above shoulder Frequently
Reach below shoulder level Frequently
Lift, Carry, Push, Pull
Maximum 50 lbs. Frequently
Over 50 lbs. Occasionally
Involves being:
Inside Continually
Outside Occasionally
Exposed to temperatures of:
32 degrees F and less Occasionally
100 degrees F and more Occasionally
Wet and humid conditions Occasionally
Noise, vibration Occasionally
*POSITION DESCRIPTION*
Physical Therapist
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Infectious wastes Occasionally
Toxic chemicals Occasionally
Needles/Body fluids Occasionally
Radiation Never
Chemotherapeutics Never
Mechanical Hazards-Driving Frequently
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: From $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* Paid time off
License/Certification:
* Physical Therapy License (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
*REPORTS TO: *Chief Operating Officer
*CLASSIFICATION:* Non-exempt
*PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: *The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing specified services to home care clients according to MDH guidelines and MN Home Care Statutes.
*JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Provides an admission assessment for all new clients:
· Completes all admission documents
· Obtains physician orders, as appropriate
* Assures that the assessment and physician orders are appropriately updated
* Consults with clients to learn their physical condition and symptoms
* Creates individual treatment plans that can be carried out at home
* Outlines treatment goals and methods to be used
* Monitor client progress
* Utilizes techniques like functional training and exercise, medication, diet changes, and specialized equipment that is designed to treat and alleviate pain
* Coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including RN on staff
* Completes discharges and transfers for clients when needed
* Communicates with families, responsible parties, case managers and other health care providers regarding the clients when indicated
* Documents, as indicated, in the clinical record
* Is aware of and uses good safety practices, including but not limited to:
* Body mechanics
* Fall prevention
* Reporting of defective equipment or hazards
* Wiping spills or wet floors immediately
* Using Standard Precautions and appropriate infection control measures
* Knowledge of emergency procedures
* Reporting incidents/accidents to the Director of Nursing or Administrator on the day of occurrence
* Participates in care conferences with other members of the health care team
* Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families, and employees
* Promotes a safe and comfortable environment for the client and family
* Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Recognizes and manages own stresses, which may affect work performance
* Participates in team meetings
* Participates in in-service educational programs, as required by state regulations
* Performs additional duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer
* Adheres to all agency policies
*POSITION DESCRIPTION*
Physical Therapist
Page Two
*EXPERIENCE/JOB SKILLS REQUIREMENTS*
· Graduate of accredited physical therapy program and licensed as a physical therapist in the State of Minnesota
· Experience in home care or assisted living preferred
· Supervisory experience preferred
· Must be able to read, write, comprehend and carry out directions and instructions
· Able to function independently
· Good health status and emotional stability
· Demonstrate a strong commitment to service excellence
WORKING CONDITION REQUIREMENTS
: (Occasionally means 1-2 hours of an 8 hour workday, frequently means 2.5 to 5.5 hours of an 8 hour workday and continually means 6 to 8 hours of an 8 hour workday)
Sit Frequently
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Bend/Stoop Occasionally
Squat Occasionally
Crawl Occasionally
Reach above shoulder Frequently
Reach below shoulder level Frequently
Lift, Carry, Push, Pull
Maximum 50 lbs. Frequently
Over 50 lbs. Occasionally
Involves being:
Inside Continually
Outside Occasionally
Exposed to temperatures of:
32 degrees F and less Occasionally
100 degrees F and more Occasionally
Wet and humid conditions Occasionally
Noise, vibration Occasionally
*POSITION DESCRIPTION*
Physical Therapist
Page Three
Infectious wastes Occasionally
Toxic chemicals Occasionally
Needles/Body fluids Occasionally
Radiation Never
Chemotherapeutics Never
Mechanical Hazards-Driving Frequently
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: From $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* Paid time off
License/Certification:
* Physical Therapy License (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations