Beacon Health System
Home Health Physical Therapist (TRHH)
Beacon Health System, Three Rivers, Michigan, United States, 49093
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Reports to the Home Health Manager. Establishes Home Health services in the patient's home. Evaluates functional and restorative capabilities of patients. Treats patients to prevent disability, relieve pain, and develop, improves or restores functional ability patients' maximum potential. Coordinates visit frequencies and patient plan of care with Physical Therapy Assistant.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALSMISSION:
We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.VALUES:
Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.SERVICE GOALS:
Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.Works with physician, home care team, patient/family/caregiver in planning physical therapy treatment programs by:
Applying objective muscle, nerve and joint functional abilities tests to determine specific programs.Reviewing and interpreting medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatment programs involving home care team, patient/family/caregiver in goal setting towards rehabilitation objectives.Selecting and administering appropriate therapy technique or modalities consistent with the prescribed treatment plan.Discusses evaluation/treatment/patient goals with patient/family/caregiver.Conferring with medical and home care team and patient/family/caregiver regarding the patients' progress and modifying the treatment plans as appropriate.Maintains records and charts of patients per established schedule by:
Documenting treatment provided and progress of the patient in compliance with State, Federal and JCAHO requirements.Informing the physician of changes in the patient's condition.Educates other health care personnel, including home health aides, and patient's families/caregivers in routine phases of physical therapy by:
Participates in patient care conferences.Presents annual in-service/training for rehab staff, nursing, home health aides and/or community organizations.Maintains professional knowledge and competence in areas of responsibility by:
Attending in-services and department meetings; also participating in continuing education and attending conferences as approved.Maintaining professional affiliations as appropriate.Reading current professional literature and journals.Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:
Completing other job-related duties and projects as assigned.ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:
Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR), and other certifications as required by position/department.Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.Complies with established organization and department policies.Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:
Leverage innovation everywhere.Cultivate human talent.Embrace performance improvement.Build greatness through accountability.Use information to improve and advance.Communicate clearly and continuously.Education and Experience
The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired by the completion of a bachelor's degree (Master's prepared Degree) program in Physical Therapy, validated by the maintenance of licensure to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of Michigan and in the state in which the employee practices as a Physical Therapist. Two to three years of clinical experience is required. One year of home care experience is preferred.Knowledge & Skills
Requires the technical knowledge of physiology and the application of various treatment interventions, in order to relieve pain and/or restore physiological function.Requires the analytical and organizational skills necessary to assess patient's condition, develops effective treatment programs, and evaluate the patient's progress.Demonstrates the interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) necessary to articulate ideas clearly and concisely, to make effective presentations, to develop and maintain positive working relationships, to interact effectively with a wide range of internal and external contacts in a variety of situations, to report appropriate information needed by physicians, home health care members, and third-party payors; and to instruct patients and families.Requires a valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.Working Conditions
Works in an office environment and patients' place of residence.Travel via vehicle is required to visit patients in their place of residence.Exposure to patient care activities.Possible exposure to biohazards.Physical Demands
Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to lift and position patients, perform treatment modalities, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.
Reports to the Home Health Manager. Establishes Home Health services in the patient's home. Evaluates functional and restorative capabilities of patients. Treats patients to prevent disability, relieve pain, and develop, improves or restores functional ability patients' maximum potential. Coordinates visit frequencies and patient plan of care with Physical Therapy Assistant.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALSMISSION:
We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.VALUES:
Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.SERVICE GOALS:
Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.Works with physician, home care team, patient/family/caregiver in planning physical therapy treatment programs by:
Applying objective muscle, nerve and joint functional abilities tests to determine specific programs.Reviewing and interpreting medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatment programs involving home care team, patient/family/caregiver in goal setting towards rehabilitation objectives.Selecting and administering appropriate therapy technique or modalities consistent with the prescribed treatment plan.Discusses evaluation/treatment/patient goals with patient/family/caregiver.Conferring with medical and home care team and patient/family/caregiver regarding the patients' progress and modifying the treatment plans as appropriate.Maintains records and charts of patients per established schedule by:
Documenting treatment provided and progress of the patient in compliance with State, Federal and JCAHO requirements.Informing the physician of changes in the patient's condition.Educates other health care personnel, including home health aides, and patient's families/caregivers in routine phases of physical therapy by:
Participates in patient care conferences.Presents annual in-service/training for rehab staff, nursing, home health aides and/or community organizations.Maintains professional knowledge and competence in areas of responsibility by:
Attending in-services and department meetings; also participating in continuing education and attending conferences as approved.Maintaining professional affiliations as appropriate.Reading current professional literature and journals.Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:
Completing other job-related duties and projects as assigned.ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:
Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR), and other certifications as required by position/department.Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.Complies with established organization and department policies.Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:
Leverage innovation everywhere.Cultivate human talent.Embrace performance improvement.Build greatness through accountability.Use information to improve and advance.Communicate clearly and continuously.Education and Experience
The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired by the completion of a bachelor's degree (Master's prepared Degree) program in Physical Therapy, validated by the maintenance of licensure to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of Michigan and in the state in which the employee practices as a Physical Therapist. Two to three years of clinical experience is required. One year of home care experience is preferred.Knowledge & Skills
Requires the technical knowledge of physiology and the application of various treatment interventions, in order to relieve pain and/or restore physiological function.Requires the analytical and organizational skills necessary to assess patient's condition, develops effective treatment programs, and evaluate the patient's progress.Demonstrates the interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) necessary to articulate ideas clearly and concisely, to make effective presentations, to develop and maintain positive working relationships, to interact effectively with a wide range of internal and external contacts in a variety of situations, to report appropriate information needed by physicians, home health care members, and third-party payors; and to instruct patients and families.Requires a valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.Working Conditions
Works in an office environment and patients' place of residence.Travel via vehicle is required to visit patients in their place of residence.Exposure to patient care activities.Possible exposure to biohazards.Physical Demands
Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to lift and position patients, perform treatment modalities, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.