Physical Therapist- Universal Hospice
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Job Location:
Urbana, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
The Physical Therapist provides rehabilitative care (physical therapy) for home health patients needing assistance and training in ambulation transferring gait training and home exercise programs. The Physical Therapist works as part of the interdisciplinary home care team including the Registered Nurse Physical Therapist Speech Therapist Social Worker and Home Health Aide.
At Otterbein youre more than an employee youre a Partner in Caring. Together we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make.
Whether in our vibrant communities our welcoming small house neighborhoods Home Health Hospice or Home Office we provide the highest level of compassionate quality care.
Join our team of Partners who are talented kind wise funny spirited generous endearing and truly one-of-a-kind.
Shift: Part Time Days
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy services to patients according to a plan of care. This may include assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participation in developing the total plan of care as well as providing direct physical therapy treatment.
- Assess patients for muscle strength mobility gait ROM and transfer capabilities.
- Instruct patients families and caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
- Report patients reaction to treatment or changes in care to patients physician as needed and appropriate.
- Initiate physical therapy programs and instruct other personnel patient and/or family/caregivers in their therapy program as well as the goals of therapy.
- Supervise the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) as necessary.
- Participate in Otterbein Universal Home Health Quality Assessment/Performance Improvement program.
- Confer with the attending physician home care team members and patient and/or family/caregivers to promote coordinated and comprehensive care.
- Prepare and submit clinical and progress notes in a timely manner and in accordance with Otterbein Universal Home Health state and federal guidelines and regulations.
Education and Experience
- Education: Bachelors degree or masters in physical therapy.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of physical therapist experience with community / home health preferred.
- Licensure Registration and/or Certification: Current license as a Physical Therapist from the State of Ohio or made application for same. Must have a valid Ohio drivers license and access to reliable transportation. Current CPR certification required.
- Complete a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in-services per year.
BENEFITS*
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati University of Toledo and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati University of Toledo and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
*Some benefits including PTO and tuition reimbursement are based on hours worked.
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. Were a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities revolutionary small house neighborhoods home health and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living assisted living skilled nursing rehab memory support respite care in-home care and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as aPhysical Therapist - Universal Hospiceat Otterbein Universal Home Health!
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Physiology Knowledge
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
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