ExcelaCare - Physical Therapist (Full-Time)

6 months ago


Austin, United States EXCELACARE Full time

Job Summary:

Physical therapists provide treatment for physical impairments, functional limitations or disabilities. The

treatment is in accordance with their plan of care. Limited supervision is required.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care according to APTA guidelines and practice act.

• Designs and implements a Plan of Care for the patient and significant others based upon a thorough

assessment.

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates/reassesses patient’s functional needs to ensure optimal

outcomes, consults with other specialists as needed.

• Assures continuation of therapeutic plan by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients,

families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and providing assistive equipment,

as needed.

• Provides direction and leadership to PTA, aides, and students.

• Makes visits as scheduled and participates in on-call rotation as required.

• Develops coordination and cooperation among other health care disciplines in the Agency to provide

quality patient care.

• Maintains patient rights and dignity.

• Completes and submits documentation timely and accurately according to Agency policy.

• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

• Enhances professional development through participation in educational programs, current literature,

in-service meetings and workshops.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

• Conforms to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.

• Participates actively in continuing education and in-services.

• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and business trade practices.

• Assumes accountability for reporting incidents and complaints according to Agency policy. 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Ability to supervise in accordance with Agency’s policies and applicable laws.

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies, or members of the business

community.

• Organizational and leadership abilities

• Time management

• Cooperative attitude

• Advanced written and verbal interpersonal communication

• Advanced math skills related to patient care

Information Management:

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and

security.

Risk Management:

• Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.

• Keeps abreast of changes in health care law.

• Maintains Agency/program compliance with local, state and federal laws as well as state accreditation

standards.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a physical therapist in the last five (5) years.

Training: Appropriate competency assessments completed

License / Certification: Current licensure; CPR certification; current driver’s license and proof of auto

liability insurance

Environmental Conditions:

Works in patient's home in various conditions, possible exposure to blood and body fluids and

infectious diseases. Ability to work flexible schedule, ability to travel locally, some exposure to

unpleasant weather. Moderate noise level; tasks may involve moderate stress and emotional

demands.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged standing and walking required. Ability to move up to 50 lbs. and move patients. Requires

working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines, to identify patient needs, to make quick

decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye

coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to utilize durable medical equipment in the home.



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