Physical Therapist FT ABQ/Rio Rancho

Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Careers Advancement Sign On Bonus Job Summary Home health physical therapists are central to the care team and to maximizing a patient’s functional potential. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!

Responsibilities

Perform physical and functional patient assessments Develop a plan of care with patient goals Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence Perform Home Safety Evaluations Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers Educate patients and family members in home programs, use of the equipment and available resources Submit required documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications

Active State Physical Therapist License Current CPR with BLS card Valid driver’s license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations Great organization skills and an ability to work with minimal supervision Capacity to appropriately supervise others Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Physical Requirements Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or assistance with transferring patients Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.