Physical Therapist, Full Time

Responsible for assessments and treatment of patients.  The therapist develops a plan of treatment which is approved by the physician.  In the delivery of treatment, the therapist uses independent judgment based on common principles of pathophysiology and accepted standards of care.  Works collaboratively with patients, families, other disciplines and other community agencies.

​ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care.  This may include, but will not be limited to:

• Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care.  Evaluates home environment.
• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
• Directing physical therapy treatment.
• Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
• Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.

Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.

May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.

Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.

Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.

Participates in discharge planning for patient.

Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.

Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.

Provides inservice education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.

Participates in peer consultation process.

Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.

When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

Submit resume and cover letter to:
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Kristen Wilson, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Director
ACHHH
P.O.Box 754, Middlebury VT 05753
Or to  hr@achhh.org
(802) 388-7259
EOE