Per Diem Physical Therapist-Hope Healthcare-PACE Program

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

Role:

The Physical Therapist position is an integral member of the dedicated inter-disciplinary team that provides important short term / long term care of our patients. They provide a high level of care for our patients in the client homes and in facilities. This is a Full Time position working days Monday – Friday.
• Key Responsibilities
o Provide & direct physical therapy services
o Initiate physical therapy program & instruct other personnel &/or family/caregivers in certain phases of the physical therapy with which they may work with the patient
o Evaluates & assesses patients
o Documents initial evaluations, progress notes, daily records in participant Medical Records, including Plan of Care
o Collaborate with other team personnel to achieve well-rounded care

• Knowledge & Skills
o Excellent communication; via phone, in person and email
o Attention to detail & ability to handle confidential information following HIPPA guidelines

• Required qualifications
o Bachelor’s degree required & Master’s program in Physical Therapy preferred, accredited organization
o Minimum 1 year experience working with frail / elderly population
o 2 years experience as a Physical Therapist
o Community / home health experience preferred
o Valid Florida Drivers’ License with good record
o Automobile Insurance
o BLS Certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
o Clear level 2 background check

Qualifications:
• Graduated after successful completion of a physical therapist education program approved by one of the following:
o The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
o Successor organizations of CAPTE
o An education program outside the United States determined to be substantially equivalent to physical therapist entry level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or an organization identified in 8 CFR 212.15(e) as it relates to physical therapists
• Licensed in the state of Florida

- CPR certification is required
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in an acute care setting
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy
• Able to travel and have reliable transportation to meet visit schedule
• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (written and verbal)
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients
• Ability to physically access any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) in any area Company serves
• Ability to manage stress
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Competencies:
• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.

Responsibilities of all employees:
• Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.
• Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
• Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
• Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
• Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
• Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
• Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
• Advance electronic media skills.
• Support Company research and educational activities.
• Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Job Responsibilities:
• Provides physical therapy evaluation, treatment, and interventions to program patients.
• Conducts initial assessments and reassessments, upon referral from team, of patient’s condition and functional status and establishes measurable goals and a treatment plan.
• Provides training, guidance, and supervision to program staff and patients/family members regarding therapy.
• Responsible for providing and recommending therapeutic exercises.
• Participates actively in the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) by providing clinical expertise in team planning, problem solving, and processes.
• Fulfills all administrative requirements including, but not limited to, collaboration with Occupational Therapist, attendance at team and staff meetings, and recording and tracking of physical therapy durable medical equipment (DME).
• Develops treatment program, when indicated, sets goals and provides treatment.
• Records and signs treatments in patient’s medical record; records, signs, and dates clinical documentation.
• Reviews assessments and discharges patients, when appropriate.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.