Physical Therapist

<div> <div> <p>We are hiring for a Home Health Physical Therapist who can join our team in Parkersburg, WV!</p> </div> <div> <p>At HouseCalls Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. </p> </div> <div> <p>As a Physical Therapist, you can expect: </p> </div> <div> <ul> <li>the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships </li> <li>continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities </li> <li>independence and autonomy </li> </ul> </div></div><div> <div> <ul> <li>career growth possibilities </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p>Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare. </p> </div></div><br><p>The <strong>Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT)</strong> in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress </p><div><p>Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care. </p><p>Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician. </p><p>Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice. </p><p>Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals. </p></div><br><p><strong>Licensure Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of</li><li>Current CPR certification</li><li>Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle</li></ul>