Physical Therapist Home Health PRN Gadsden Area

Job description

Company: Compassus Position Summary: The Home Health Physical Therapist is a licensed professional who provides coordinated care to patients of all age groups. S/he plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. S/he plans, organizes, and conducts physical therapy treatment program based on the medical referral and their evaluation. S/he collaborates with interdisciplinary team (IDT). Position Specific Responsibilities: - Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA). - Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency; i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs. - Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. - Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payors. - Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary. - Performs initial and ongoing clinical assessments to identify patient needs,...