This position is for an Independent Contractor to serve the Bakersfield Area 

FeldCare Connects is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver premier excellence of care and is enthusiastic about working with adults of all ages. As an independent contractor, you can determine which patients you accept, and there is no minimum number of patients you need to accept to work with us.

The Physical Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist determines a treatment plan, executes interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and monitors the patient's progress effectively.

A Physical Therapist for Home Health must have:

• Remarkable knowledge of physical therapy principles, theories, methods in their application in a rehabilitation environment.
• Great skills in providing a variety of treatments.
• Profound ability to communicate effectively both written and oral.
• Exceptional ability to understand the role of therapy in the context of the patients age, needs and environment.
• Exceptional ability to prepare and maintain records with accuracy and discretion.
• Proven sound clinical reasoning in treating and planning, implementation and monitoring patient progress.
• Ability to recognize when patient protocols or treatment plans need modification to meet appropriate patient needs and report to the therapist.

Qualifications:

• Ability and enthusiasm in working with all ages
• Physical Therapist license and registration by the state 
• Completion of a Physical Therapist curriculum approved by The American Physical Therapy Association, The Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, or The Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association
• Bilingual a plus!

Clinician in our network are provided resources to be successful and maintain a work-life balance:

• Flexibility: make your own schedule and work in the area of your preference 
• Independence: be your own boss, earn above-average compensation, and write off expenses
• Administrative Support: assigning, communication, scheduling, care coordination, & quality assurance 
• Purpose: join a group that shares your passion for helping people

Disclaimer: This is not considered a remote position because you will have to go to patients' homes. This position has an in-office component, in the form of someone's home. You may complete your scheduling and documentation from your own home if you wish, though.

If you are interested in learning more about the exciting opportunities with FeldCare Connects, please visit www.feldcareconnects.com.