Physical Therapist PRN Pediatric Home Care

Summary We are hiring for a Physical Therapist in the Baton Rouge area and surrounding to provide pediatric private duty visits. PRN/ part time available. We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you! employee wellness programs flexibility for true work-life balance benefits with 32+ hours per week holiday pay & paid time off continuing education & career growth opportunities company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals 1:1 patient care Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today! Responsibilities Initiates physical therapy evaluation according to physician orders and Plan of Care for the purpose of symptom control or to enable the patient to maintain activities of daily living and basic functional skills on a daily basis. Evaluates the patient to determine physical therapy needs, establish goals and determine treatment plan on a daily basis. Documents in the patients clinical record each visit made to the patient and gives report including patients reaction to treatment and any changes in the patients status including comfort level and follow-up to physician and Administrator using the Care Management process on a daily basis. Participates in the Interdisciplinary Group and provides applicable input for the patients Plan of Care as needed. Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state law governing physical therapy, in accordance with the Plan of Care, and in coordination with other members of the Interdisciplinary group on a daily basis. Instructs and informs participating members of the Interdisciplinary group, the patient, the physician and the family functional limitations and progress towards goals as defined by the Plan of care on a daily basis or no less than two weeks time period. Prepares a written discharge summary when physical therapy services are discontinued with a copy retained in the patients clinical record and a copy forwarded to the patients physician conducted upon discharge from the physical therapy service. Maintains strict patient confidentiality on a daily basis at all times. Instructs, when appropriate, patient, family and other members of the hospice team in certain phases of physical therapy in which they may work with the patient. All other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Education Requirements Recent graduates who have applied for the registration exam may be considered for provisional License Requirements Must be currently licensed to practice physical therapy in the state of practice. Current CPR certification Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation. Additional State Specific Requirements AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV: No additional state specific requirements. Skill Requirements Membership or certification in national association (as applicable) Must be willing to accept management duties as This position can be employed by the individual Agency or be a contracted Company Overview LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic. Egan Ochsner HCBS a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

Created: 2024-11-02