HOME HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Company: LHC Group. ( Learn More )

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US-MS-Starkville
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4 Year Degree
Full-Time/Part-Time
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Job Description Full-time and Part-time Home Health PT's needed for Mississippi HomeCare in Eupora Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the Physical Therapist; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the supervising nurse, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy in which they can participate to assist the patient Visits patient according to Plan of Treatment; complete a progress note for each visit and submits progress notes to the agency at least twice weekly Participates in developing the Plan of Treatment Participates in staff conferences and committees as necessary
Job Requirements Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association approved physical therapy program. Current license to practice physical therapy in state of employment. Current driver's license and automobile insurance in state of employment, and the ability to travel within a 50 mile radius on a daily basis. Is responsible for adhering to all practice standards as they apply to patient care.   Benefits At LHC Group, we offer an opportunity to be part of something that’s more than just a job. We are always growing and there are many opportunities for advancement to managerial, directorial and executive roles around the country. We know that our employees work hard, so we offer an excellent and competitive salary and benefits package as well as opportunities to share in our company’s financial growth and success. Furthermore, we make sure that you have the tools and technology you need to be able to do your job well, give quality care and seize the opportunities we offer. As a financially stable, well-established company we have an informal work culture and an open-door policy; CEO Keith Myers encourages staff at all levels to reach out to him with concerns, questions or comments. LHC Group understands the needs of our employees and we give Home Health RNs the independence and flexibility to attend to professional as well as personal obligations during the working day. Benefits include: Medical, dental and vision insurance Cancer/Critical Illness insurance Life insurance 401(K) retirement plan with company match Flexible spending accounts Paid time-off Holiday pay Voluntary term life insurance Supplemental Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Disability gap insurance Accident insurance MedSupport insurance Employee Assistance Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Bereavement Pay Orientation period Continuing Education Units through Online Management System   LHC Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to hearing from you!
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