Home Health Physical Therapist

Description

As the Home Health Physical Therapist, you will provide physical therapy services in accordance with the plan of care. Provide initial and on-going assessment and evaluation of patient response to therapy. Accurately document evaluation and treatments provided.

 

Shift Details:

PRN - paid per service

Flexible scheduling

Requirements

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Provide services in accordance with accepted standards of practice for physical therapy
• Document all therapy interventions
• Provide initial and ongoing assessment and evaluation of patient/family response to therapy
• Develop and revise the plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care-team members
• Provide therapeutic treatments and evaluation of equipment needs as applicable
• Advise and consult with the family and other agency personnel as applicable
• Complete documentation timely for all assessment and evaluation data, treatments, and patient’s response to therapy intervention
• Evaluate outcomes of care and complete the OASIS assessment accurately
• Provide discharge planning and evaluation
• Supervise physical therapy assistants at least every 30 days and home health aides every 14 days when appropriate
• Participate in in-service programs
• Comply with agency policies and procedures relative to infection control and safety

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Current, unrestricted license in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Licensed Physical Therapist
• Current CPR certification for healthcare provider
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to meet deadlines, work under limited supervision
• Valid Driver’s License in the State of Virginia with a minimum age 21 to drive for the organization
• Motor Vehicle Driving Record satisfactory to the Agency and its insurance providers
• Proof of motor vehicle insurance

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state in which physical therapy services are provided OR graduated after successful completion of a physical therapist education program approved by one of the following:
  1. The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
  2. Successor organizations of CAPTE
  3. 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

REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• High standard of Displays actions consistent with statements. Truthful; elicits trust and respect. Approachable and open to constructive feedback.
• Strong sense of teamwork and cooperation; inspires team to meet challenges & implement Works cooperatively with others; success in building alliances within and among work units to achieve goals and objectives.
• Discover and meet wants and needs of customers through a commitment to service
• Sound judgment to make decisions promptly based on analysis of situations when dealing with challenges and/or with adverse conditions and to communicate them with clarity, purpose and commitment.

 

Summary

Westminster Canterbury Richmond opened in 1975 and is a premier continuing care retirement community known for its tradition of service excellence. Our staff is a diverse group of approximately 650 professionals working in harmony to support our community and to uphold the mission and values of the organization.

If you want to work in an organization that is faith-based and mission-driven, that provides the highest level of care, holds staff accountable and makes a difference in people's lives, consider a career at Westminster Canterbury Richmond. 

Westminster Canterbury Richmond has an outstanding 5 Star Nursing staff ratios in the Richmond area.  As one of Richmond’s Top 50 Employers, we offer competitive salary along with perks including an onsite gym, fitness classes, on site banking, and an award winning on-site child education and care with a generous employee discount.

Each person who is a part of the Westminster Canterbury team plays a critical role in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.  We expect a lot from those selected to join our team and look for individuals who will pursue excellence in everything they do.

Westminster Canterbury Richmond at Home provides skilled nursing and therapy services to our residents in Independent and Assisted living as well as to the Greater Richmond community at-large who are experiencing complex deviations in health.  Through clinically grounded care plans and a holistic approach towards physical restoration and healing, Westminster Canterbury at Home’s care team restores our residents health, maximizes their functional capacity and helps them maintain a healthy and vital lifestyle while aging in-place.

Continuing care retirement community providing comprehensive senior living services.