Physical Therapist-Home Health

Scranton, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Physical Therapist
Location: Lackawanna County PA

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing high-quality physical therapy services to patients in accordance with a physician-approved plan of care. This role involves evaluating patient needs developing treatment plans and ensuring effective rehabilitation outcomes while maintaining compliance with organizational policies and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide physical therapy services based on a written physicians plan of care.
Assess and evaluate patients functional therapeutic and rehabilitative status.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Evaluate home environments for safety and suitability.
Assess muscle strength mobility gait and range of motion (ROM).
Direct and modify physical therapy treatments as needed.
Instruct patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and use of medical equipment.
Determine priority needs for therapy and adjust care accordingly.
Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when applicable.
Monitor and report patient progress reactions and changes in condition to the physician.
Collaborate with healthcare team members and participate in case conferences.
Identify the need for additional home health services and coordinate referrals.
Prepare and submit clinical documentation and progress reports.
Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care.
Provide consultation and education to patients families and caregivers.
Conduct or assist with in-service training for healthcare staff.
Participate in peer review and consultation processes.
Supervise physical therapy aides and delegate tasks appropriately.

Additional Duties:

Ensure necessary equipment and resources are arranged for patient care.
Supervise and evaluate physical therapy aide performance regularly.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Licensed Physical Therapist (as required by applicable regulations).
Previous experience in home health or community-based care preferred.
Current CPR certification.
Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills.

Job Title: Physical Therapist Location: Lackawanna County PA Job Summary: The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing high-quality physical therapy services to patients in accordance with a physician-approved plan of care. This role involves evaluating patient needs developing treatment ...

Job Title: Physical Therapist
Location: Lackawanna County PA

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

Provide physical therapy services based on a written physicians plan of care.
Assess and evaluate patients functional therapeutic and rehabilitative status.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Evaluate home environments for safety and suitability.
Assess muscle strength mobility gait and range of motion (ROM).
Direct and modify physical therapy treatments as needed.
Instruct patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and use of medical equipment.
Determine priority needs for therapy and adjust care accordingly.
Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when applicable.
Monitor and report patient progress reactions and changes in condition to the physician.
Collaborate with healthcare team members and participate in case conferences.
Identify the need for additional home health services and coordinate referrals.
Prepare and submit clinical documentation and progress reports.
Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care.
Provide consultation and education to patients families and caregivers.
Conduct or assist with in-service training for healthcare staff.
Participate in peer review and consultation processes.
Supervise physical therapy aides and delegate tasks appropriately.