What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Home Health position at Mercy Health Corporation?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews Physician's referral, patient's condition and medical records to determine physicaltherapy treatment required. Obtains history and subjective components of the evaluation
Tests and measures patient's strength, balance, range of motion, motor development,sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, andrecords findings to develop or revise treatment programs. Observes posture, position, andpalpates anatomical structures
Plans and prepares written treatment plan based on evaluation of patient data
Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function
Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use ofassistant and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses
Administers treatments involving application of physical agents
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximumbenefit
Administers massage, soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization
Administers traction to relieve pain
Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information intocomputer
Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home
Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information,suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with otheraspects of patient's health care
Competent in completing home health therapy start of care, recertification, resumption of care, transfer, and discharge OASIS assessments
Assists with the supervisory visits of HHA as required by regulations
May assist with orientation and training of new partners as needed
CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited Bachelor, Master or Doctorate program for Physical Therapy
Home Health experience is preferred
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE
License to practice Physical Therapy in the state of Wisconsin and/or Illinois as required
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days of hire
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).
Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is variable
Occupational Exposure: Category A - All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.
AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED
Adult (18 years - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years and older)
INFORMATION ACCESS
Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties.
WORK CONTACT GROUP
Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Provides supervision for PTA and HHA within the guidelines of state licensing and regulations Some independent judgment is required, but alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures.
SUPERVISES
PAY RANGE:
$89,117.64 - $133,676.46Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here for more details.
At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans.
Salary : $89,118 - $133,676