Physical Therapist (OPT)
Winchester, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physical Therapist
Specialty
All Specialties
Salary
100,000
– 120,000
• yearly
Position Type
Full Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Location
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/17/24
Full-Time Physical Therapists Needed at Valera Physical Therapy in Fort Myers, FL
We are one of the top national home healthcare companies with a history of excellence driving our future vision forward.
We are putting a dent in the homecare universe through our commitment to providing affordable, personalized, patient and family-centered medical home healthcare, home hospice, private duty home care, and independent living support services delivered in a concierge-style, on-demand to create an exceptional patient experience.
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Responsibilities
Physical Therapist directs physical therapy treatment toward preventing disability, relieving pain, developing, improving, and/or restoring muscle function, and maintaining maximum performance within the client’s capabilities in accordance with the plan or care/treatment
Oversee physical therapy assistants to assure appropriate implementation of the plan of care
Evaluates the client’s level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional abilities tests
Evaluates the home environment for rehabilitation and makes appropriate recommendations to increase the independence of the client
Supplies physical therapy services in the home as prescribed by a physician
Administers manual therapeutic exercises; instructs, motivates, and assists clients in non-manual exercises and functional activities
Administers traction, massage, and treatments involving the application of physical agents
Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends any modifications to the physician
Participates in the development, review, and updating of the care plan
Observes, records, and reports any changes in the client’s condition and response to therapy and makes suggestions for changes in the plan of care to the client’s physician and Case Manager
Prepares clinical records (initial evaluations – including OASIS, care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries) and submits them for the client’s clinical record
Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in case conferences and in planning and evaluating the total treatment for the client and confers with interdisciplinary team members as needed
Advises and consults with the client/family and other agency personnel
Submits orders and documentation (clinical and payroll) on a timely basis and according to branch policy
Instructs the client/family in the use and care of physical therapy devices and on the client’s total physical therapy program
Instructs and supervises Physical Therapy Assistants in certain phases of physical therapy services they may provide to the client
Supervises the Physical Therapy Assistant minimally as required by applicable state law
Completes an on-site functional assessment, review, and revision of the plan of care and assessment of the utilization of community resources as required by the client
Accessible to the Physical Therapy Assistant when a Physical Therapy Assistant is providing treatment to a client
Completes other assignments and duties as requested and assigned to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Company
Qualifications
Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT)
Valid license DPT in the State.
Creative thinker who embraces thought leadership
Capable of making challenging decisions and willing to take responsibility for them
One (1) year experience as a physical therapist (acute care/home care setting) or as required by law
Current PT licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice
Current CPR certification
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
Passion and commitment to clinical excellence, quality, and integrity
Embracing and leading the patient care mission through providing an exceptional patient experience
Positive attitude and ability to fit in as a collaborative team member for patient care
Excellent interpersonal communication and patient/family engagement skills
High energy, focus, work ethic, motivation, and commitment to lifelong learning and growth
Proficiency with federal, state, and governing agency regulations
Outstanding presentation, writing, and communication skills
Capable of using professional judgment to delegate selected nursing tasks
Strong ability to be the public face of the organization, and serve as an advocate for Home Healthcare, Home Hospice, and other service lines
Salary:
$100,000 - $120,000 a year plus full benefits.
Benefits
Competitive pay with healthcare, dental, vision, pharmacy, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Account benefits with affordable premiums for Full-time team members
401K available to all team members
Supportive time away through PTO time and company-paid holidays for Full-time team members
Mobile benefits access, telemedicine access, health education library, and health cost estimator for Full-time team members
Company-paid Life Insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance available at affordable rates for Full-time team members
Talent science that improves the quality of our talent acquisition, recruiting process and team members
Apply with your CV today.
We are one of the top national home healthcare companies with a history of excellence driving our future vision forward.
We are putting a dent in the homecare universe through our commitment to providing affordable, personalized, patient and family-centered medical home healthcare, home hospice, private duty home care, and independent living support services delivered in a concierge-style, on-demand to create an exceptional patient experience.
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Responsibilities
Physical Therapist directs physical therapy treatment toward preventing disability, relieving pain, developing, improving, and/or restoring muscle function, and maintaining maximum performance within the client’s capabilities in accordance with the plan or care/treatment
Oversee physical therapy assistants to assure appropriate implementation of the plan of care
Evaluates the client’s level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional abilities tests
Evaluates the home environment for rehabilitation and makes appropriate recommendations to increase the independence of the client
Supplies physical therapy services in the home as prescribed by a physician
Administers manual therapeutic exercises; instructs, motivates, and assists clients in non-manual exercises and functional activities
Administers traction, massage, and treatments involving the application of physical agents
Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends any modifications to the physician
Participates in the development, review, and updating of the care plan
Observes, records, and reports any changes in the client’s condition and response to therapy and makes suggestions for changes in the plan of care to the client’s physician and Case Manager
Prepares clinical records (initial evaluations – including OASIS, care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries) and submits them for the client’s clinical record
Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in case conferences and in planning and evaluating the total treatment for the client and confers with interdisciplinary team members as needed
Advises and consults with the client/family and other agency personnel
Submits orders and documentation (clinical and payroll) on a timely basis and according to branch policy
Instructs the client/family in the use and care of physical therapy devices and on the client’s total physical therapy program
Instructs and supervises Physical Therapy Assistants in certain phases of physical therapy services they may provide to the client
Supervises the Physical Therapy Assistant minimally as required by applicable state law
Completes an on-site functional assessment, review, and revision of the plan of care and assessment of the utilization of community resources as required by the client
Accessible to the Physical Therapy Assistant when a Physical Therapy Assistant is providing treatment to a client
Completes other assignments and duties as requested and assigned to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Company
Qualifications
Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT)
Valid license DPT in the State.
Creative thinker who embraces thought leadership
Capable of making challenging decisions and willing to take responsibility for them
One (1) year experience as a physical therapist (acute care/home care setting) or as required by law
Current PT licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice
Current CPR certification
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
Passion and commitment to clinical excellence, quality, and integrity
Embracing and leading the patient care mission through providing an exceptional patient experience
Positive attitude and ability to fit in as a collaborative team member for patient care
Excellent interpersonal communication and patient/family engagement skills
High energy, focus, work ethic, motivation, and commitment to lifelong learning and growth
Proficiency with federal, state, and governing agency regulations
Outstanding presentation, writing, and communication skills
Capable of using professional judgment to delegate selected nursing tasks
Strong ability to be the public face of the organization, and serve as an advocate for Home Healthcare, Home Hospice, and other service lines
Salary:
$100,000 - $120,000 a year plus full benefits.
Benefits
Competitive pay with healthcare, dental, vision, pharmacy, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Account benefits with affordable premiums for Full-time team members
401K available to all team members
Supportive time away through PTO time and company-paid holidays for Full-time team members
Mobile benefits access, telemedicine access, health education library, and health cost estimator for Full-time team members
Company-paid Life Insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance available at affordable rates for Full-time team members
Talent science that improves the quality of our talent acquisition, recruiting process and team members
Apply with your CV today.