Physical Therapist (PT) Home Health PRN
Location: Colchester, CT
Job Type: PRN
Company: Elara Caring
Category: Physical Therapist
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Responsibilities:
- Promotes Elara Carings philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
- Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever appropriate.
- Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
- Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients functional goals.
- Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
- Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.
- Current, unrestricted PT license valid for the state of work.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a healthcare facility.
- Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area.
- Must have a dependable vehicle, valid drivers license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
- Must be able and willing to travel up to 50%.