Physical Therapist - Universal Home Health

Overview Otterbein Home Health provides Home Health services for the elderly, complimenting already strong independent senior services, outpatient capabilities and clinical facilities at Otterbein. This wide array of services establishes one of the most extensive portfolios of independent senior care capabilities in the state. Otterbein Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency with an established reputation for high-quality services.

Otterbein Home Health services are an integral part of Otterbein Retirement Living Communities services portfolio and available to Otterbein residents, in addition to residents in the surrounding area. This position travels locally throughout the greater West Liberty Oh area (West Liberty, Lima, Bellefontaine, and Urbana) providing patient services in a Home Health care setting. Providing a high level of personalized care, Home Health by Otterbein is guided by Otterbein’s nearly century-old tradition of faith-based ministry, clinical skills and strong community ties.

The Physical Therapist provides rehabilitative care (physical therapy) for home health patients needing assistance and training in ambulation, transferring, gait training and home exercise programs. The Physical Therapist works as part of the interdisciplinary home care team including the Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, Speech Therapist, Social Worker and Home Health Aide. At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring.

Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make. Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care. Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services to patients according to a plan of care. This may include assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participation in developing the total plan of care as well as providing direct physical therapy treatment. Assess patients for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM and transfer capabilities.

Instruct patients, families and caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances. Report patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in care to patient’s physician as needed and appropriate. Initiate physical therapy programs and instruct other personnel, patient and/or family/caregivers in their therapy program, as well as the goals of therapy.

Supervise the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) as necessary. Participate in Otterbein Universal Home Health Quality Assessment/Performance Improvement program. Confer with the attending physician, home care team members and patient and/or family/caregivers to promote coordinated and comprehensive care.

Prepare and submit clinical and progress notes in a timely manner and in accordance with Otterbein Universal Home Health, state and federal guidelines and regulations. Education and Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree or master’s in physical therapy. Experience: Minimum 2 years of physical therapist experience with community / home health preferred.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification: Current license as a Physical Therapist from the State of Ohio or made application for same. Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. Current CPR certification required.

Complete a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in-services per year.

BENEFITS

* Health & Wellness Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits Vision & Dental Insurance Pet Insurance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support Financial Security 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one Paid Holidays for