Physical Therapist - Walworth County, WI, United States - Advocate Aurora Health

Description

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist for a job in Walworth County, Wisconsin.


Discipline:
Therapy

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Shift:
8 hours, days

~ Employment Type:
Staff

Home Health Physical Therapist Case Manager- Walworth Co


Shift:

Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Infrequent weekend coverage required. Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus
Infrequent weekend coverage required. Conducts a physical therapy evaluation of each patient and establishes a plan of care and treatment goals. Maintains and updates clinical and patient records according to state and federal guidelines.
Manages patient's medical condition including medications.

Manages assigned caseload for optimal functional and financial outcomes; reviews caseload for Low Utilization Payment Adjustments (LUPA), optimal number of visits based on progress, Prospective Payment Plan (PPS), and Outcome Based Quality Initiatives (OBQI) outcomes.

May manage a caseload of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) including evaluating their patients, insuring compliance with established Care Plan, and adhering to all State of Wisconsin regulations regarding PTA supervision.

Performs Home Health Aide joint visits as appropriate to maximize patient's functional abilities in the home. Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement activities. Facilitates discharge planning process and utilizes interagency/system and community resources to assure continuity of care after discharge.
Acts as a resource to employees, which includes training/orienting, mentoring, and providing guidance on more complex issues. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy.

Typically requires 3 years of experience in physical therapy rehabilitation experience within an acute hospital, home health care, or other relevant environment.

Demonstrated skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment, and other devices that are available in work area.
Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products.

Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.

Must be capable of the manual dexterity required to use and operate a variety of medical equipment and supplies, writing implements and office equipment.

Must be able to work safely with people of various sizes and weight with diverse and complex medical conditions and physical limitations.

Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.

Must be able to sit, stand, walk and climb stairs for limited to prolonged periods of time to complete required paperwork, gain entry to patients' residences, travel from assigned visits and attend a variety of work related activities.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
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Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R57006-1R.
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~ 401k retirement plan
~ Mileage reimbursement
~ Employee assistance programs
~ Medical benefits
~ Dental benefits
~ Sign-On bonus