Tabitha
Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) - Part Time
Tabitha, Grand Island, Nebraska, United States, 68803
Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) - Part Time
Location
US-NE-Grand Island | US-NE-Kearney
ID
2024-16613
Type
Part Time (20-29 hours per week)
Work Hours
8:00am - 5:00pm
Weekend Rotation
No
Hours Per Week
24
Shift
Day
Overview
TABITHA'S PURPOSE:
We empower people to live joyfully, age gratefully.Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for providing Physical Therapy services to Tabitha's Home Health Care Seniors/residents/clients (hereinafter, "Seniors/clients") with physical or cognitive disabilities to maximize functional independence. This TEAMember strives to uphold Tabitha's LIVE2Care Culture and actively embraces Tabitha's Core Values. As a result, the TEAMember supports Tabitha goals related to dignity, respect, independence, competence, autonomy, personal comfort, safety and security of Seniors/clients. In addition, the TEAMember contributes to the success of Tabitha through ongoing collaboration with, TEAMembers, management, volunteers and others in the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Evaluates clients utilizing appropriate diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests.
Performs Physical Therapy treatment procedures or delegates to a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant based on initial and on-going client evaluation.Develops and implements the client's plan of care in collaboration with the physician, other consulting health care professionals, family/caregiver according to agency procedures and state and federal regulations.Documents the care provided, instructions given, client's progress toward goals, and changes in condition adhering to Tabitha's policies and procedures and state/federal regulations.Reports significant changes in the client's condition to the physician and nursing staff.Communicates and coordinates care and client's progress with other team members involved in the care.Designs, implements, and evaluates therapeutic exercise programs, and instructs the client's family/caregiver/Home Health Aide in carrying out the program.Consults with the attending physician and obtains a written or telephone order for Physical Therapy plan of care and any changes in the client's plan of care as needed.Ensures that assigned client's clinical records are complete, timely, and reflect coordination of care.Oversees and coordinates Physical Therapist Assistant and Rehabilitation Aide client care activities.Organizes and prioritizes work to complete responsibilities according to plan within established time frames to meet the client's medical and social needs.Communicates effectively with clients, families, staff and support services to achieve client goals and meet service expectations.Maintains work schedule which allows for coverage in all Rehabilitation programs as needed.Attends and actively participates in client care conferences as indicated whenever on duty.Plans, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates all student interns and volunteers.Teaches in-services and orientation of nursing employees relating to Rehabilitation upon request of supervisor.Willingly takes on additional duties and/or assignments, assisting with projects and responding to requests as assigned or as necessary.BENEFITS:Full benefit package including medical, dental and vision (30+ hours per week scheduled)Life and disability benefits (30+ hours per week scheduled)Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Leaves (20+ hours per week scheduled)Free on-site TEAMember clinicWellness program
Qualifications
COMMUNICATION:
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language including medical terminology related to the job. Sufficient fluency to be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, provide instruction to others, read and understand a plan of care or service plan, policies, procedures or other similar documentation, interact successfully with seniors/clients/caregivers, hold a conversation, conduct or participate in meetings, compose professional e-mails or other written communication, prepare legible, accurate and thorough documentation as required by the job and effectively interact with TEAMembers, customers, vendors, volunteers, managers and family members. Ability to recognize and interpret non-verbal cues. Ability to respond calmly and clearly to emergencies and emotional situations Ability to read a map and/or utilize a GPS system and/or follow instructions in order to find Senior/client home.
WORKSITE CONDITIONS:
Visits Seniors/clients in the community and in Senior/client homes which vary significantly as far as their state of repair and condition. Potential exposure to dust, tobacco smoke, pets, insects, residual unpleasant odors, vermin, heat/steam (in bathrooms), disinfectants, allergens, infectious waste, communicable diseases, bodily fluids, blood borne pathogens, cleaning products, and personal care products. May be assigned to drive out of service area to support other regions, Seniors/clients. Drives to Senior/client homes to provide care on a daily basis. Exposure to road hazards, extremes in temperature and weather, sun, wind, snow, ice, rain, and various driving conditions which are subject to change without notice. Exposure to unpaved roads, ice and snow covered sidewalks/steps/porches, houses that are too warm or too cold, houses that are not maintained in a sanitary condition, noise from Senior/client televisions/radios, phones. May experience changes in priorities and workload based on needs of Seniors/clients. Occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals. Frequent interaction with Seniors/clients, family members, ALF staff, TEAMembers, visitors, representatives of government agencies, etc. under all conditions and circumstances. This will include exposure to Seniors/clients, family members and TEAMembers who may experience stress and demonstrate a variety of emotions. Seniors/clients, in particular, may become agitated or combative.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drive vehicle from place to place, gain access to each Senior/client home and then safely perform the duties of the job while utilizing standard and specialized equipment, including but not limited to the equipment described below. Physical stamina with the ability to perform duties while moving about one or more Senior/client homes for the entire shift with few opportunities to sit down and with little, or no, break between tasks. Strength and agility sufficient to frequently lift, push, pull, reach, squat, kneel, bend, carry, twist, pinch, grasp, or climb stairs while performing duties, and managing various supplies and equipment. Ability to safely perform a one (1) assist transfer (to and from bed, chair, toilet, commode, bathtub or shower) and otherwise provide care to Seniors/clients who are weak, frail, obese, or unable to assist due to limited mobility, quadriplegia, paraplegia, tremors, paralysis, etc. Ability to remain calm and work effectively when others (such as Seniors/clients, TEAMembers or family members) experience emotional extremes, up to and including Seniors/clients who become combative. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction). Must have unrestricted ability to lift/push/pull and pass a 50 - pound physical exam demonstrating strength and agility prior to employment and at Tabitha's discretion.AGE REQUIREMENT:
At least age 18.EDUCATION:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.EXPERIENCE:
One year experience as a Physical Therapist, preferred. Geriatric experience, preferred.CREDENTIALS : Physical Therapist license in good standing as recorded on the Nebraska State Registry required. CPR Required. Valid Nebraska Driver's license (unless otherwise allowed by law) and a good driving record required. Must possess auto insurance at or above Nebraska statutory requirements. All licenses, certifications, and permits must be kept up to date at the expense of the employee. Must follow Tabitha's vaccination requirements.EEO Disability/Veteran
Location
US-NE-Grand Island | US-NE-Kearney
ID
2024-16613
Type
Part Time (20-29 hours per week)
Work Hours
8:00am - 5:00pm
Weekend Rotation
No
Hours Per Week
24
Shift
Day
Overview
TABITHA'S PURPOSE:
We empower people to live joyfully, age gratefully.Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for providing Physical Therapy services to Tabitha's Home Health Care Seniors/residents/clients (hereinafter, "Seniors/clients") with physical or cognitive disabilities to maximize functional independence. This TEAMember strives to uphold Tabitha's LIVE2Care Culture and actively embraces Tabitha's Core Values. As a result, the TEAMember supports Tabitha goals related to dignity, respect, independence, competence, autonomy, personal comfort, safety and security of Seniors/clients. In addition, the TEAMember contributes to the success of Tabitha through ongoing collaboration with, TEAMembers, management, volunteers and others in the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Evaluates clients utilizing appropriate diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests.
Performs Physical Therapy treatment procedures or delegates to a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant based on initial and on-going client evaluation.Develops and implements the client's plan of care in collaboration with the physician, other consulting health care professionals, family/caregiver according to agency procedures and state and federal regulations.Documents the care provided, instructions given, client's progress toward goals, and changes in condition adhering to Tabitha's policies and procedures and state/federal regulations.Reports significant changes in the client's condition to the physician and nursing staff.Communicates and coordinates care and client's progress with other team members involved in the care.Designs, implements, and evaluates therapeutic exercise programs, and instructs the client's family/caregiver/Home Health Aide in carrying out the program.Consults with the attending physician and obtains a written or telephone order for Physical Therapy plan of care and any changes in the client's plan of care as needed.Ensures that assigned client's clinical records are complete, timely, and reflect coordination of care.Oversees and coordinates Physical Therapist Assistant and Rehabilitation Aide client care activities.Organizes and prioritizes work to complete responsibilities according to plan within established time frames to meet the client's medical and social needs.Communicates effectively with clients, families, staff and support services to achieve client goals and meet service expectations.Maintains work schedule which allows for coverage in all Rehabilitation programs as needed.Attends and actively participates in client care conferences as indicated whenever on duty.Plans, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates all student interns and volunteers.Teaches in-services and orientation of nursing employees relating to Rehabilitation upon request of supervisor.Willingly takes on additional duties and/or assignments, assisting with projects and responding to requests as assigned or as necessary.BENEFITS:Full benefit package including medical, dental and vision (30+ hours per week scheduled)Life and disability benefits (30+ hours per week scheduled)Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Leaves (20+ hours per week scheduled)Free on-site TEAMember clinicWellness program
Qualifications
COMMUNICATION:
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language including medical terminology related to the job. Sufficient fluency to be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, provide instruction to others, read and understand a plan of care or service plan, policies, procedures or other similar documentation, interact successfully with seniors/clients/caregivers, hold a conversation, conduct or participate in meetings, compose professional e-mails or other written communication, prepare legible, accurate and thorough documentation as required by the job and effectively interact with TEAMembers, customers, vendors, volunteers, managers and family members. Ability to recognize and interpret non-verbal cues. Ability to respond calmly and clearly to emergencies and emotional situations Ability to read a map and/or utilize a GPS system and/or follow instructions in order to find Senior/client home.
WORKSITE CONDITIONS:
Visits Seniors/clients in the community and in Senior/client homes which vary significantly as far as their state of repair and condition. Potential exposure to dust, tobacco smoke, pets, insects, residual unpleasant odors, vermin, heat/steam (in bathrooms), disinfectants, allergens, infectious waste, communicable diseases, bodily fluids, blood borne pathogens, cleaning products, and personal care products. May be assigned to drive out of service area to support other regions, Seniors/clients. Drives to Senior/client homes to provide care on a daily basis. Exposure to road hazards, extremes in temperature and weather, sun, wind, snow, ice, rain, and various driving conditions which are subject to change without notice. Exposure to unpaved roads, ice and snow covered sidewalks/steps/porches, houses that are too warm or too cold, houses that are not maintained in a sanitary condition, noise from Senior/client televisions/radios, phones. May experience changes in priorities and workload based on needs of Seniors/clients. Occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals. Frequent interaction with Seniors/clients, family members, ALF staff, TEAMembers, visitors, representatives of government agencies, etc. under all conditions and circumstances. This will include exposure to Seniors/clients, family members and TEAMembers who may experience stress and demonstrate a variety of emotions. Seniors/clients, in particular, may become agitated or combative.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drive vehicle from place to place, gain access to each Senior/client home and then safely perform the duties of the job while utilizing standard and specialized equipment, including but not limited to the equipment described below. Physical stamina with the ability to perform duties while moving about one or more Senior/client homes for the entire shift with few opportunities to sit down and with little, or no, break between tasks. Strength and agility sufficient to frequently lift, push, pull, reach, squat, kneel, bend, carry, twist, pinch, grasp, or climb stairs while performing duties, and managing various supplies and equipment. Ability to safely perform a one (1) assist transfer (to and from bed, chair, toilet, commode, bathtub or shower) and otherwise provide care to Seniors/clients who are weak, frail, obese, or unable to assist due to limited mobility, quadriplegia, paraplegia, tremors, paralysis, etc. Ability to remain calm and work effectively when others (such as Seniors/clients, TEAMembers or family members) experience emotional extremes, up to and including Seniors/clients who become combative. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction). Must have unrestricted ability to lift/push/pull and pass a 50 - pound physical exam demonstrating strength and agility prior to employment and at Tabitha's discretion.AGE REQUIREMENT:
At least age 18.EDUCATION:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.EXPERIENCE:
One year experience as a Physical Therapist, preferred. Geriatric experience, preferred.CREDENTIALS : Physical Therapist license in good standing as recorded on the Nebraska State Registry required. CPR Required. Valid Nebraska Driver's license (unless otherwise allowed by law) and a good driving record required. Must possess auto insurance at or above Nebraska statutory requirements. All licenses, certifications, and permits must be kept up to date at the expense of the employee. Must follow Tabitha's vaccination requirements.EEO Disability/Veteran