Home Health Licensed Physical Therapist

Job Summary: A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist (PT). Qualifications: · Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association. · Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing. · Two (2) years’ experience preferred. · Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Agency. · Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Responsibilities: · Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. · Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT. · Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient. · Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities. · Participates with all other health care personnel in patient’s care planning. · Preforms all skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT. · Consults with the PT regarding changes in treatment. · Instructs patients and family members in home program and activities of daily living. · Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned. · Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned. · Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled. · Prepares medical records, progress notes, and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy. · Performs services planned, delegated, and supervised by the PT. · Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes. · Participates in education the patient and family. Working Environment:Works indoors in patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. Job Relationship: Supervised by: · Registered Physical Therapist · Director of Clinical Services · Rehabilitation Director · Nursing Supervisor Risk Exposure: High Lifting Requirements: · Ability to participate in physical activity. · Ability to work for extended periods of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. · Heavy lifting. · Ability to do extensive bending, lifting, and standing on a regular basis.