Physical Therapist Home Health - Modesto, CA
$150,000–$160,000 year
On-siteHayward, California, United States
Job Summary
Plan and administer prescribed skilled physical therapy treatment and training for patients with injuries, illnesses, or functional disabilities. Screen patients' physical strengths to assist physicians in evaluating function and developing measurable treatment objectives. Develop and implement conditioning and rehabilitation programs consistent with the physician's Plan of Treatment, adjusting interventions as needed. Conferring with clinical team members to obtain patient information and revise therapy programs. Provide written instructions and care plans to Physical Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides, supervising their performance and monitoring documentation completion. Accurately document patient care observations, interventions, and evaluations, including interim orders for physician signature. Report patient progress to the physician, Clinical Manager, and family, and submit evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries. Requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, unrestricted California license, CPR/BLS certification, and one year of institutional and home health experience. Full-time and part-time roles available in Modesto, CA.
Required Qualifications
- An advanced degree of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an institution accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- A current and unrestricted license to practice Physical Therapy in the State of California
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Compliant with state healthcare regulatory requirements
- Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices and physical therapy programs
- Ability to care for patients with different personalities
- Ability to assess patient condition and work with treatment plans
- A minimum of 1 year of recent Physical Therapy experience in an institutional setting
- A minimum of 1 year of recent Physical Therapy experience with a home health agency
- Must be a licensed driver with vehicle, in good working order, that is currently registered and insured in accordance with state and Neogen Care requirements
- Strong skills in observation, verbal and written communication, problem-solving, basic math, Electronic Medical Record Software (Kinnser a plus), and basic computer skills to manage email, texts, employment record self-service, etc.
- Visual acuity and hearing to perform required skills
Desired Qualifications
- Electronic Medical Record Software (Kinnser a plus)
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