Physical Therapist
On-siteAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate, administer remedial treatments, and conduct screenings for pediatric patients within the home health setting. Direct patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore or enhance performance while coordinating care with office staff and other disciplines. Maintain appropriate communication regarding progress, home programs, and discharge planning; refer families to external resources and consult physicians on patient status. Manage supplies and equipment, participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement programs, and mentor students and new hires. Serve as a backup service provider for other caseloads as needed. Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity while demonstrating independent judgment.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Physical Therapy
- Current state-issued professional license
- Valid state driver license
- CPR certified
- Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Pediatric clinical experience
- Home health experience
- Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups
- Excellent critical thinking and critical thinking skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to interpret instruction with the ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables
- Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity
- Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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