Physical Therapist

Company: LHC New
Location: Gig Harbor
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Company Overview

Assured Home Health is hiring a Physical Therapist to join our team.

Full-time, Part-time & PRN positions available.

Benefits of joining the Assured Home Health team:

• Our clinical team is a family of clinicians who work together to meet the needs of each patient
• Our pay structure is easy to understand and extremely competitive in the market
• Our leaders encourage advancement
• Our clinicians enjoy the flexibility of getting to build rapport with patients
  
  The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress.
  
  Assured Home Health , a part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people.
  
  Benefits:
  
  • Competitive Pay
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Medical, dental, and vision packages
  • 401(k) Match Program
  • Rapid Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Internal promotions with a career plan
  • All-encompassing Orientation and Fast Track option for Home Care experienced clinicians
  • Great Culture - join our family!
    
    Essential Functions
    
    
    • Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
    • Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.
    • Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.
    • Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
    • Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
    • Visits patients according to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy.
    • Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific guidelines.
    • Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care.
      Education & Experience
      
      Licensure Requirements
      
      
      • Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
      • Current CPR certification required.
      • Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.
        
        Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability.
        
        Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will consider requests for religious or medical exemptions.

Keywords: LHC New, Seattle , Physical Therapist, Healthcare , Gig Harbor, Washington