Home Health Physical Therapist

Optimal Care is hiring a Physical Therapist!
Territory: Oakland County

The Physical Therapist administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place 
of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician or advanced practice practitioner’s 
orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Home Health leadership team. 

In this position you will be required to: 

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written individualized plan of 
  care

•  Assesses and evaluates therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the 
  development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment

• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM and transfer capabilities. Improve or 
  minimize residual physician disabilities of the patient

• Provides physician or advanced practice practitioner’s prescribed physical therapy. 

• Educates on equipment required to increase patient function and independence returning the 
  individual to optimal and productive level within the patient’s capability

Required Qualifications

• Possesses a degree of an accredited Master’s or doctoral program as a Physical Therapist.

• 1-year clinical experience as an Physical Therapist preferred

• Requires interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff, patients, and caregivers

• Knowledge of medical terminology required

• Able to demonstrate problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements and deadlines.

• Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage

• Sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently

• Ability to lift at least 35lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively

Desired Qualifications

• Home Health experience preferred

• Familiarity with Home Care Home Base (HCHB)

Location

• Office Location: Bingham Farms, MI

• Main Service Area: Bingham Farms, MI and surrounding area

Hours

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