Orange Park, Florida, United States · On-site
Job DetailsJob Location: First Senior Home Health Orange Park - Orange Park, FL 32073 DUTIES Provide skilled Physical Therapy services, on an intermittent basis, to patients, in their homes, under direction from the Regi…
Skills: Physical Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Rehabilitative Care, Patient Education, Clinical Documentation
Homosassa Springs, Florida, United States · On-site
$16/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Sunflower Springs - Homosassa Springs, FL 34448Salary Range: $16.00 HourlySummary: Responsible for enhancing and improving the SRIM experience specifically in the Heartful Care for our residents …
Skills: Medication Administration, Activities of Daily Living (ADL), Patient Observation, Housekeeping, Electronic Medical Records
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Provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist. Assist in developing rehabilitative plans of care, performing therapeutic exercises, and documenting patient progress.
Must be a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Florida with a valid CPR certification. Requires a criminal background check and the ability to drive to patient homes.
Job DetailsJob Location: First Senior Home Health Orange Park - Orange Park, FL 32073
Provide skilled Physical Therapy services, on an intermittent basis, to patients, in their homes, under direction from the Registered Physical Therapist.
Under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist (PT), provide patient services, which have been delegated by the PT.
Under the supervision of the physical therapist, assist in evaluation and development of a rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation, as required.
Participate in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes; all notes are reviewed by the PT and submitted, within 48 hours. Also prepares periodic summary reports.
As directed, perform routine strengthening, and therapeutic, exercises and assist the patient with the use of self-help devices.
Together with the PT, instruct the patient, and family, and assist in teaching exercise programs, to the patient and family.
Identify possible ineffective drug therapy, or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, and contra-indicated medication and reports same to the PT.
Observe, and record, activities, and findings, in the clinical record, and reports to the PT and the physician the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition.
Consult with PT, regarding the outcome of home visits and report physical findings, in written form.
Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, assist in evaluation, and development, of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation, as indicated.
Instruct other health team personnel including, as appropriate, Home Health Aides, as well as family members, with respect to certain phases of physical therapy, so that they may work with the patient.
Attend rehabilitation department staff meetings and case conferences.
Participate with staff, patients, and physicians in discharge activities and assist the Physical Therapist in completing the Physical Therapy Discharge Summary.
Confirm, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits with the Supervisor/ Clinical Manager in order to coordinate Agency visits.
Assume responsibility for self-development by continually striving to improve his/her health care knowledge through educational programs, attendance at workshops and conferences, active participation in professional and related organizations, and individual research and reading.
Assume other duties, deemed appropriate and necessary, by the PT, and as designated by Registered Nurse Case Management and the Nursing Supervisor.
Obtain a medical history, particularly as it relates to the present condition.
Evaluate the patient, the patient’s significant other(s), and the home situation to determine what instruction will be required, what assistance will be available from the family in caring for the patient, and what other Agency and community services will be required.
Ensure that the physician’s orders are appropriate and discuss necessary changes.
Qualifications
A person who is licensed, registered, or certified as a Physical Therapist Assistant, if applicable, by the state of Florida, unless licensure does not apply and meets one of the following requirements:
Graduated from a Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum, approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association; or, if educated outside the United States, or trained in the United States military, graduated from an education program, determined to be substantially equivalent to Physical Therapist Assistant entry-level education in the United States, by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or identified at 8 CFR 212.15(e); and
Passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants
Must be licensed by the State of Florida as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
Must have a criminal background check.
Must have current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted
The ability to drive and the ability to access patients’ homes, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible are required.
Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and to perform patient care.
On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach, and move patient weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds.
Must be able to effectively communicate in English.
For Florida Applicants: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Be Remarkable
With over 1,300 employees, the companies and teams making up SR Companies have the overriding philosophy of People Serving People because all people are valuable. This is done by a single vision to treat others in the same manner in which we would want to be treated, the Golden Rule. Headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, SR Companies has a successful 20-year history of developing and managing senior housing communities and hotels as a high-touch, results-oriented operator. Our core values of character, compassion, commitment, consistency, and communication have allowed us to create an effective business model by putting those we serve first. From an owner’s perspective, SR Companies conceptualizes, develops, and manages buildings focused to achieve optimal results in financial performance, investor returns, and quality-of-life for residents and guests all while ensuring associate satisfaction and retention.
Offices: 2573 Barrington Circle, Tallahassee, FL 32308, US
Be Remarkable
With over 1,300 employees, the companies and teams making up SR Companies have the overriding philosophy of People Serving People because all people are valuable. This is done by a single vision to treat others in the same manner in which we would want to be treated, the Golden Rule. Headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, SR Companies has a successful 20-year history of developing and managing senior housing communities and hotels as a high-touch, results-oriented operator. Our core values of character, compassion, commitment, consistency, and communication have allowed us to create an effective business model by putting those we serve first. From an owner’s perspective, SR Companies conceptualizes, develops, and manages buildings focused to achieve optimal results in financial performance, investor returns, and quality-of-life for residents and guests all while ensuring associate satisfaction and retention.
Offices: 2573 Barrington Circle, Tallahassee, FL 32308, US
