Physical Therapist (PT) $20,00 SIGN ON BONUS
Company: Kettering Home Care
Location: Dayton
Posted on: October 29, 2024
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Job Description:
Agency:Kettering Home CareOur culture and people are what set us
apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the
growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We
CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.Note: The
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in collaboration
with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), require
COVID-19 vaccinations for all Medicare and Medicaid certified
providers. Based on this regulation, all of our employees must be
fully vaccinated or have a valid exemption.Schedule: Monday -
Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PMTerritory: Arcanum, Bradford, Brookville,
Clayton, Covington, Eaton, Eldorado, Englewood, Union, Greenville,
Laura, Lewisburg, Ludlow Falls, New Madison, New Paris,
Phillipsburg, Pleasant Hill, Potsdam, Verona, Versailles, West
Manchester, West Milton $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS HOW YOU'LL MAKE A
DIFFERENCE:Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do
as a Physical Therapist (PT). You'll be part of an
interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate
quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient
population. You'll provide home-based therapy care for patients as
directed by the attending physician. Interacting with patients'
families while caring for your patients and experiencing the
rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery
journey. Home care provides context and real-world perspective
about what will really help patients restore their health.WHAT WE
OFFER:We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial
incentives. On a pay per visit model, the more visits you make, the
more you will earn! We pay mileage and have bonus opportunities.
Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole
team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package
is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and
vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best
for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off,
opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and
access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.HOW YOU'LL
WORK:You'll provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by
the attending physician. You will educate patients and their family
members and ensures the safety of the patient. You are accountable
for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with
all legal rules and regulations.QUALIFICATIONS &
ATTRIBUTES:Physical Therapist with a current license in the state
of employment.Minimum of one year of experience as an PT in an
acute setting is required.Home care experience is desired.Ability
to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with
patients, families, physicians and co-workers.Knowledgeable on
therapy best practices.Ability to make appropriate physical therapy
judgments.Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the
best possible solution.Detail-oriented and observant.Disciplined
style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be
timely.Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as
a listed driver.MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Provides skilled
physical therapy in a patient's home as ordered by the attending
physicianObserves, records, and reports patient reactions, changes,
and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency
staffPerforms OASIS assessments to develop an individualized plan
of care and makes adjustments as needs changeCompletes initial
evaluation and admission visit within 48-72 hours of
referralDevelops plan of careHelps decrease re-hospitalizations by
front loading visits for high risk patientsTreats patients to
relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum
performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat,
water, etc.Arranges the provision of services listed above on an
outpatient basis which cannot be given in the patient's
homePromotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions,
transfers and dischargesCounsels patient and family on the
disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of physical
therapyIncorporates patient and family in development of plan of
careInstructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment
such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other
prosthetic/orthotic devicesEnsures patient/family know financial
responsibility for needed equipment by utilizing DME department
and/or MSWHelps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the
patient on preventative measures and making good decisionsListens
to patient and family membersOversees and supervises therapy
services of patient provided by PTAs and when appropriate, nurse
assistantsEvaluates the POC based on patient response to
treatment/medical condition and adjusts as needed.Communicates with
the PTAs and nurse aides on supervisory visit resultsCompletes all
clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and
Medicare/Federal guidelinesDocuments all aspects of treatment,
assessments, and patient educationCompletes chart audits at agency
site location as requestedMaintains active PT license in state of
employmentCommunicates with scheduler any changes as
neededParticipates in all on-call requirements and case
conferencesAttends in-service trainings and mandatory agency
meetingsParticipates in orientation/training of new
employeesMaintains a professional appearance as a representative of
the companyUnderstands and practices agency policies and
proceduresESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Drives to patient's primary location
per scheduled visit.Daily attendance at assigned visit
locations.Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge,
eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits.
Documents all aspects of start of care visits within 48 hours of
visits.Completes and submits all required documentation within
specified company requirements.Establishes and follows plan of care
as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical
Therapy, per the state of employment.HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS:Health
Requirements: Must be able to meet all physical position
requirements. Evidence required of a current negative tuberculin
skin test or x-ray or receive TB testing at the date of
orientation. Thereafter an annual tuberculin skin test is required,
unless the employee has documentation of a previous TB test.
Employee must be free of physical/medical conditions, which would
limit or restrict their ability to perform the job functions listed
below. Employees in this position may be at risk for exposure to
bloodborne pathogens.Physical Demands: The physical demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Below are
minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. Travel is
required for this position.Constantly (66%-100%):Reading, Speaking,
Writing EnglishCommunications SkillsComputer/PDA
UsageHearing/SeeingTalking in personHearing in personVision for
close workTalking on the phoneHearing on the
phoneStretching/ReachingWalkingSittingBendingStandingFrequently
(34%-66%)DrivingLifting up to 50 lbs. with or without
assistanceClimbingStooping (bend at waist)Hand/finger
dexterityOccasionally (2%-33%)Distinguish smell/tasteRarely (1% or
less)N/ADayton, OHWe'll help you put your passion for patient care
to work. Apply today!This job description is not designed to cover
or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties,
responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be
assigned at any time with or without notice.We are an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
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