What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at TCI Technology Consulting Inc?
TCI has an immediate need for a Home Visit Licensed Physical Therapist in Owensboro, KY. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity.
NOTE: This position requires US Citizenship.
SUMMARY
The Home Visit Licensed Physical Therapist will be responsible for home therapy assessments/visits/treatments and oversight of PTA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs physical therapy evaluation and treatment of patients based upon physician orders/referrals.
- Completes a comprehensive evaluation using appropriate evaluation and assessment tools and procedures.
- Reviews patient records for current diagnosis, past medical history, precautions and contraindications.
- Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plan to move the patient toward his or her maximum level of independence and/or function.
- Regularly re-assesses effectiveness of treatment plan, progress of patient towards goals and the need for modifying goals or treatment.
- Communicates patient needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, family members, as applicable.
- Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment, progress of the patient and discharge from treatment.
- Recommends and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function and incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehab program.
- Maintains and submits evaluation, treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations.
- Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws.
- Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides in direct patient care and patient-related activities in accordance with state practice act.
REQUIREMENTS
- Licensed Physical Therapist in state of KY with 1 year of home care experience.
- Oasis experience.
- Counties covered: Daviess, Ohio, McLean, Henderson, Webster
Salary : $50 - $57