John Paul Home Care Physical Therapist - N. Oakland County

Physical Therapist

Compensation: Per-visit rates, depending upon visit type $140 - $75 per visit, processed bi-weekly (26 pay periods).

Shift Type: Full-time , Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM (flexible).

Benefits:

• 100% Paid Monthly Premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, & Short-Term Disability Coverage
• 3 Medical Plan Options
• Whole Person Approach
• Flexibility
• Positive & Supportive Culture

Summary:

The Physical Therapist ("PT") is responsible for evaluating/assessing the needs of our patients and formulating treatment plans in the home care environment. A PT provides therapy services, including the creation and administration of care plans, as well as oversees physical therapy assistants. A PT must work collaboratively across the internal interdisciplinary care team, physicians, and other stakeholders in our patient's care.

Responsibilities:

• Determine physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with the care team and physicians through initial and ongoing assessments of the patient's condition.
• Provide and complete all proper documentation.
• Administer physical therapy treatments as ordered by a physician. Direct and oversee treatment given by physical therapy assistants.
• Evaluate the effects of physical therapy treatments and the fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patients' progress, and recommending adjustments and modifications.
• Complete discharge planning by consulting with the care team and physicians and assure any appropriate continuation of the therapeutic plan post-discharge (e.g., home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing equipment; recommending outpatient follow-up programs).
• Participate in weekly case conferences and effectively communicate about patient care across disciplines involved.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of physical therapy experience with a preference for 2+ years in an acute or a post-acute care setting.
• Active state licensure in physical therapy is required.
• Proof of current CPR certification and valid driver's license.

At LiveWell Partners, we strive to provide a fulfilling career where each team member has rewarding opportunities to positively impact our patients' lives. Every team member at LiveWell is critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our communities have come to expect from our agencies through the years.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.