Physical Therapist Permanent

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Kerrville, TX - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 14 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Physical Therapist - Permanent

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist provides outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for older adults. Care is delivered in patients private residences or within independent living facilities allowing therapy to occur in the most functional and meaningful environmentthe patients home.

The Physical Therapist evaluates develops and implements individualized physical therapy programs to restore reinforce and enhance functional performance. This role includes patient and caregiver education coordination with interdisciplinary teams and referrals to other services as needed to address comprehensive patient care. The position offers a flexible schedule and varied work settings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants students temporary licensees and support personnel in accordance with state licensure and professional standards.

  • Maintain adherence to patient schedules documentation standards billing timelines and required meetings.

  • Participate in patient care conferences staffing meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Identify patient needs and make referrals to appropriate disciplines or community resources.

  • Develop adapt and progress individualized plans of care based on patient response and goals.

  • Promote patient safety and maintain a hazard-free treatment environment.

  • Order maintain clean and report repair needs for equipment and supplies.

  • Deliver patient-centered care with compassion respect and professionalism.

Clinical Duties

  • Perform comprehensive evaluations including patient history systems review testing and interpretation of findings.

  • Establish diagnoses identify impairments and precautions determine prognosis and create measurable treatment goals.

  • Implement and document physical therapy interventions including but not limited to:

    • Therapeutic exercise (strength endurance balance gait posture flexibility neuromotor training).

    • Functional and mobility training.

    • Manual therapy techniques.

    • Airway clearance techniques.

    • Integumentary repair and protection.

    • Use of electrotherapeutic and physical agent modalities.

    • Fall risk assessments and prevention strategies.

    • Chronic disease management education.

    • Health and wellness programming.

    • Home and community case management.

  • Design fit and train patients in the use of adaptive equipment orthotics and prosthetics.

  • Conduct home and community safety and mobility assessments.

  • Reassess patients regularly and modify treatment plans as appropriate.

Education & Licensure Requirements

  • Valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice or proof of eligibility.

  • One of the following:

    • Masters degree in Physical Therapy.

    • Masters degree in a Physical Therapyrelated field plus a Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy.

    • Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy with five (5) years of progressively responsible experience.

  • International degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.

  • Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to patient residences.

Required Skills

  • Strong organizational and time management abilities.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Compliance Expectations

  • Adherence to all applicable laws regulations and organizational policies including HIPAA and ethical standards.

  • Participation in required orientation training audits and quality improvement initiatives.

  • Prompt reporting of compliance concerns through appropriate channels.

Physical & Work Requirements

  • Frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting.

  • Ability to lift push pull and carry up to 50 pounds.

  • Regular bending kneeling stooping climbing stairs balancing and working on uneven surfaces.

  • Exposure to noise moving machinery environmental hazards and automotive equipment.

  • Occasional use of protective equipment (gloves gowns masks).

  • Work performed primarily indoors with limited outdoor exposure.

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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

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