Physical Therapist, Full Time

Physical Therapist, Full Time 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars Great Bend, KS Full-time Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice 10 reviews Full-time Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice is looking for a physical therapist.

Location:

Great Bend, KS Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice is under new ownership and energized leadership , and we're looking for a Physical Therapist.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The physical therapist is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to: A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment. B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab. C. Directing physical therapy treatment. D. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances. E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy F. Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition. 2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences. 3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device. 4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary. 5. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals. 6. Participates in discharge planning for patient. 7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy. 8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated. 9. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed. 10. Participates in peer consultation process. 11. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations. The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1.

Licensed to practice as physical therapist in Kansas. 2. Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist, preferred but not required. 3. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification. 4. Willingness to travel throughout territory.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Travel reimbursement Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Physical Therapy License (Required)

Work Location:

On the road