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Physical Therapist Assistant
Saint Albans, VT
Physical Therapist – Home Health
Position Overview
Join the home health team to provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes. You'll manage a dynamic caseload, conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized care plans, and deliver evidence-based treatment within the regulations and standards that govern home health practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform OASIS and physical therapy assessments, evaluating psychosocial, safety, and functional risk factors
- Develop and implement personalized plans of care focused on functional independence and patient safety
- Deliver skilled PT treatment using therapeutic techniques and patient education
- Manage patient visit schedules to optimize productivity and responsiveness to changing patient needs
- Supervise and direct PTAs, PT students, and home care aides
- Coordinate interdisciplinary care with physicians, nurses, and other clinical team members
- Complete all required documentation, including OASIS time points, in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Manage billing and insurance processes, addressing coverage inconsistencies promptly
- Conduct routine health assessments and procedures (PT/INR, wound care, staple/suture removal, etc.)
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review audits
- Contribute to staff training and community health promotion activities
Requirements
- Physical Therapy license (state of Vermont)
- 13-week contract
- Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 37 guaranteed hours per week
- Ability to travel to patient homes
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
Location
Saint Albans, Vermont