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Our promise to you:Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.Schedule: Full Time WeekdaysShift : (Monday – Friday) 8am-5pmLocation: AdventHealth Gordon, 105 Willowbrook Way, Calhoun, GA 30701 servicing Floyd County.The role you’ll contribute: Performs an evaluation, assessing ability to function safely using a method which objectively measures muscle strength, ability to safely function in the home related to walking on flat, uneven surfaces and stairs, balance, transfers, use of assistive devices, pain management, mental and cognitive factors, and safety issues for fall prevention. The measurement results are documented in the clinical record and updated with each visit.The value you’ll bring to the team:Performs an evaluation, assessing ability to function safely using a method which objectively measures musclestrength, ability to safely function in the home related to walking on flat, uneven surfaces and stairs, balance, transfers,use of assistive devices, pain management, mental and cognitive factors, and safety issues for fall prevention. Themeasurement results are documented in the clinical record and updated with each visit.Periodically reassess the patient every 30 days: provide the ordered therapy service, functionally reassess the patientand compare the resultant measurement to prior assessment measurements. Document the measurements in the clinicalrecord along with the therapist's determination of the effectiveness or therapy or lack thereof.Observes and records activities and findings in the clinical record and reports to the physician the patient's reaction totreatment and any changes in patient's condition, or when there are deviations from the plan of care.Instructs other health team personnel including, when appropriate, home health aides and caregivers in certain phasesof physical therapy with which they may work with the patient.Selects, applies or modifies skilled intervention to the patient using various physical therapy procedures and techniquesto achieve the best outcome possible for the patient. (Ex: therapeutic exercises/activities, neuromuscular re-education,gait training, wheelchair management, other modalities such as ultrasound, TENS application, electrical stimulation,hot/cold packs, etc.) Assesses patient response to interventions and performs reassessments as required.Documents in medical record, accurately reflecting treatment provided. Updates the care plan as needed including theaide care plan; writes modified orders for changes in the plan of care, performs and documents the aide supervision by thedue date.Completes all documentation within the time frame required by the agency, including reassessments, dischargesummaries and OASIS documents.Participates in clinical record review, agency staff meetings, therapy meetings and other activities as requested.QualificationsThe expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Minimum of six-months relevant physical therapy experienceEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Recent, relevant experience in a Medicare-certified home health agency as a physical therapist Masters degree in Physical TherapyThis facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.Category: Home CareOrganization: AdventHealth Gordon Home HealthSchedule: Full-timeShift: 1 - DayReq ID: 24040494We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.