Physical therapist Territory

Our 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.

Schedule:

M-F 8:15-5:00 No on call Territory:
Canton, Randolph, Greenville, Alliance, Massillon, Brewster, East Canton, North Canton Agency:
Summa Home Health

SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician within specified geographical territory. The PT educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The PT is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations.
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* WHAT WE OFFER:

** We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives.  We've launched a new guaranteed base salary plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional 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.
QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES:
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 physician    Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency staff    Performs OASIS assessments to develop an individualized plan of care and makes adjustments as needs change    Completes initial evaluation and admission visit within 48-72 hours of referral    Develops plan of care    Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by front loading visits for high risk patients    Treats 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 home    Promotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers and discharges    Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of physical therapy    Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care    Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices    Ensures patient/family know financial responsibility for needed equipment by utilizing DME department and/or MSW    Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions    Listens to patient and family members    Oversees and supervises therapy services of patient provided by PTAs and when appropriate, nurse assistants    Evaluates the POC based on patient response to treatment/medical condition and adjusts as needed.
Communicates with the PTAs and nurse aides on supervisory visit results    Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal…