PRN Home Health Physical Therapist - Ellis County

PRN Home Health Physical Therapist - Ellis County

Job Description

Reliant at Home is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to cover Nacogdoches and surrounding areas. Home Health experience is preferred; Homecare Homebase knowledge is a plus.

Essential Functions

• Perform clinical assessment; identify patient needs and appropriateness of patient.
• Document, prepare and complete a Plan of Care, progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revise the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.
• Perform and oversee other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patient needs and desires.
• Apply the concept of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Plan and provide appropriate treatment for neuro‑muscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
• Assist/instruct patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instruct on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., in a safe manner. Utilize appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs.
• Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies.