Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist Benefits: Compensation:$120,000 - $140,000Type: Full-TimeLocation: Tuolumne, CACompany car or mileage reimbursementHealth Savings Account, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K up to 4%match,7 paid holidays (mostly the major holidays) and 3 weeks of PTO. About Us: This Home Health organization, has experienced and highly dedicated nursing and rehab/therapy team that use state of the art technology and a multidisciplinary approach to provide the highest level of home health care to our patients in Northern California. This team works with you and your doctor to develop and manage a personalized home health plan that is the most convenient.Physical Therapist Requirements:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEPossesses a doctorate or grandfathered masters degree in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state.Experience as a physical therapist - Community/hospice experience is preferred.Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.Understands hospice philosophy, focus of care is comfort vs. rehab and to maintain care in their residence as long as possible.Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.Essential Functions:Provide physical therapy services tailored to individual patient plans, including assessments, evaluations, and direct treatment to maintain comfort and improve mobility. Responsibilities include:Developing comprehensive care plans and evaluating home environments.Managing patient mobility, strength, gait, range of motion, and transfer skills.Supplying and instructing on the use of therapeutic appliances for increased independence.Educating patients and caregivers about physical therapy goals and appliance care.Leading other staff or family members in certain aspects of patient physical therapy.Managing patient education on prosthetic devices.Documenting clinical progress and participating in discharge planning.Contributing to quality improvement efforts and team orientations.Supervising physical therapy assistants and hospice aides as needed