Hybrid Physical Therapist – Home Health

at Amatus Health Care (Home Health, Hospice and Palliative Care)

• Job title: Physical Therapist – Home Health
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Antonio, United States

About the role

• Bilingual Physical Therapist providing home health rehabilitation in San Antonio for diverse patient needs. Collaborating with healthcare teams and families to enhance patient independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical conditions, mobility, and functional abilities to identify impairments and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Collaborate with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to establish individualized treatment goals and develop comprehensive plans that incorporate exercise programs, manual therapy, modalities, and other therapeutic interventions.
• Provide hands-on physical therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, joint mobilizations, and other techniques, to help patients improve their strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall physical function.
• Educate patients and their families on safe and effective therapeutic exercises, proper body mechanics, and strategies for managing pain, preventing further injury, and maintaining optimal physical health.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, to ensure coordinated care and maximize patient outcomes.
• Communicate regularly with the patient's primary care physician and the home health team to provide updates on the patient's progress.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, infection control measures, and legal and ethical standards to ensure the well-being and safety of patients during therapy sessions.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in a home health
• Bilingual a plus
• Proficient with Kinnser/Wellsky EHR and OASIS procedures and charting process.
• Current Texas state licensure or eligibility to practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Bachelor's or Master's or DPT degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Valid CPR BLS certification
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in documenting patient information accurately and maintaining electronic health records.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision benefits available after 30 days
• paid vacation
• sick time
• paid holidays
• immediate openings