Physical Therapist - Home Health
Core
Evaluate and assess patients' functional status, mobility, and rehabilitation potential to develop individualized care plans and provide hands-on therapy for recovery and independence.
Role type
Home Health Physical Therapist
Builds
Patient recovery plans and mobility improvements for home-based care
Domain
Home Health / Physical Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient assessment, care plan development, hands-on therapy, patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, EMR documentation, supervision of PTAs
Responsibilities
Evaluate and assess patients' functional status, mobility, strength, and rehabilitation potential; Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team; Provide hands-on therapy to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence; Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, exercises, and safety strategies; Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed; Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state guidelines