Physical Therapist (PT)?-?Center Based?

Aveanna Healthcare LLC
Melbourne, FL, 32935, USA
  • Healthcare
  • Contract
Our job summary
PRN daytime hours—no nights or weekends. Provide center-based PT services (PRN), Mon–Fri daytime, location varies, ongoing/PRN contract; deliver evaluations, OASIS where permitted, coordinate care and supervise PTA/HHA. - Current, unrestricted state PT license - B.S. in Physical Therapy from APTA-approved program - Current CPR certification - Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical duties - 1+ year acute/rehab experience preferred (pediatric preferred)
Full description
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Position Overview

The

Physical Therapist (PT)

is responsible for

planning, conducting, and implementing

physical therapy treatment programs in alignment with medical referrals and evaluations. This role focuses on restoring and maintaining patients overall well-being while strictly adhering to

confidentiality standards

and

professional boundaries

at all times. ????

Essential Job Functions

Deliver

high-quality physical therapy services

in compliance with prescribed physician orders.

Follow all

company policies, procedures, patient care standards, licensure regulations, and state laws .

Provide

written evaluations

outlining therapy needs, goals, progress, and expected outcomes in coordination with the physicians Plan of Treatment.

Actively

collaborate

with healthcare teams, physicians, parents/guardians, and nurses in coordinating services and discharge planning.

Maintain

clear, effective communication

with staff, healthcare partners, and families.

Serve as a

clinical resource and consultant

for team members.

Supervise

other personnel (PTA, HHA) as appropriate.

Complete

OASIS assessments

where permitted by state professional practice and regulation.

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Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

from an APTA-approved program.

Current, unrestricted state license

as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice.

Current CPR certification.

Proven

proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance

with policies and procedures.

? Additional State Requirements

Completion of

Continuing Education

as required by state regulations.

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Preferred Experience

One (1) year of recent experience

as a Physical Therapist in an

acute care or rehabilitation

setting.

Pediatric experience

strongly preferred.

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Schedule:

PRN Position - Monday - friday Daytime only: No nights and no weekends ????

Core Skills & Abilities

Strong

attention to detail

and

time management

skills.

Effective

problem-solving

and

conflict resolution

abilities.

Excellent

organizational

and

communication

skills.

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Physical Requirements

Ability to

speak, read, write, and understand English.

Ability to

travel

as needed.

Capable of

lifting up to 50 lbs

and performing

frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching.

Must have

visual and hearing acuity , as well as a strong sense of

smell and touch.

Able to

reposition patients

and move equipment safely without assistance.

Must be able to

respond physically and mentally to emergency situations

in the home or during transport.

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Work Environment

Must be able to function in

various healthcare environments , which may include exposure to allergens, blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.

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Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Position Overview The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning, conducting and implementing physical therapy treatment program in accordance with the medical referral and evaluation to restore or maintain patients well being while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.

Essential Job Functions Delivery of physical therapy services to comply with prescribed physician orders. Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws. Provide a written evaluation defining physical therapy needs, goals, progress and expected outcomes in conjunction with referring physicians Plan of Treatment. Participates in coordination of services (including discharge planning) with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, etc. Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family. Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff. Supervises other personnel (PTA, HHA) as applicable. Completes OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation.

Requirements Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice Current CPR certification Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures

Additional state specific requirements: Continuing Education as required by state

Preferences One (1) year of recent experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehab setting Pediatric experience preferred

Other Skills/Abilities Attention to detail Time Management Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution Good organization and communication skills

Physical Requirements Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English Must be able to travel Must be able to lift 50 pounds Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting Must be able to sit and climb stairs Must have visual and hearing acuity Must have strong sense of smell and touch Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport

Environment Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California Notice for Job Applicants Residing in Florida

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