Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home jobs in Troy, MI
Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home assists Physical Therapist in evaluating and providing treatment for nursing home patients to ease their pain and help increase their mobility. Prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Being a Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment. Requires an associate degree or graduation from an accredited physical therapist assistant program. Additionally, Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home typically reports to a physical therapist. Requires a state physical therapist assistant license. Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Physical Therapist for Home Health
- National Home Care LLC
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Redford, MI
FULL_TIME
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A certified home health physical therapist in national home care is responsible for providing specialized physical therapy services to patients within their homes. As a certified therapist, you have successfully completed the necessary education, training, and examinations to obtain your certification in physical therapy.
Key responsibilities of a certified home health physical therapist may include:
1. Initial assessments: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess the patient's physical abilities, functional limitations, pain levels, and medical history in order to develop personalized treatment plans.
2. Treatment planning: Create individualized therapy programs based on the patient's specific needs, goals, and rehabilitation potential. These plans take into account their medical conditions, mobility limitations, and functional goals.
3. Rehabilitation interventions: Implement a variety of clinically proven techniques and interventions to improve patients' strength, endurance, balance, mobility, range of motion, and overall physical functioning. This may involve therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, gait training, electrical stimulation, and other specialized modalities.
4. Pain management: Utilize appropriate pain management techniques to reduce discomfort, enhance patients' quality of life, and promote their engagement in therapy. This may include heat and cold therapy, massage, and other pain-relieving interventions.
5. Home exercise programs: Design and educate patients and their families on customized home exercise programs that reinforce the therapeutic interventions provided during in-home sessions. These programs encourage active participation and support patients' continued progress and independence.
6. Assistive device training: Teach patients how to safely and effectively use assistive devices, such as walkers, canes, wheelchairs, or orthotics, to enhance their mobility and functional abilities.
7. Communication and coordination: Collaborate closely with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals involved in their care. This includes regular communication and coordination with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers to ensure comprehensive and integrated therapy plans.
8. Progress monitoring: Continuously assess and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes. This includes maintaining detailed documentation of treatment sessions, interventions, and patient responses.
9. Education and guidance: Educate patients and their families on proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and adaptive techniques to incorporate into daily activities. Provide guidance on home safety modifications, fall prevention, and overall well-being.
10. Continuing education: Stay updated on the latest advancements, evidence-based practices, and technological developments in the field of home health physical therapy. Participate in professional development opportunities and engage in continuing education to enhance your knowledge and skills.
As a certified home health physical therapist, you play a vital role in assisting patients in their homes, promoting independence, and facilitating rehabilitation and recovery. Your expertise and compassionate care enable individuals to regain their physical abilities, improve their quality of life, and achieve their functional goals within the familiar and supportive environment of their
- 1 Month Ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Qualicare Nursing Home
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Detroit, MI
FULL_TIME
- Day Shift Only 7:00am-3:30pmWant to make a difference in someone’s life every day? As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) with Qualicare Nursing Home you will work as part of a team providing skilled nur...
- 1 Month Ago
Physical Therapist
- Hope At Home Health Care
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Southfoeld, MI
FULL_TIME
- We are looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state PT license. In this role,...
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Physical Therapist
- Commonwealth Home Health Network
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Warren, MI
OTHER
- Do you want a rewarding career helping others while receiving competitive pay, flexible work shifts, and support from management? We have the perfect job for you! Commonwealth Home Health Network is l...
- 1 Month Ago
Physical Therapist
- Commonwealth Home Health Network
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Taylor, MI
OTHER
- Do you want a rewarding career helping others while receiving competitive pay, flexible work shifts, and support from management? We have the perfect job for you! Commonwealth Home Health Network is l...
- 1 Month Ago
Physical Therapist
- Optimal Home Care and Hospice
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Bingham, MI
FULL_TIME
- Administers to clients, according to physician's orders, various evaluations and therapeutic interventions and maintains agency records on clients. Successful completion of a physical therapy program ...
- 1 Month Ago
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0 Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home jobs found in Troy, MI area
Physical Therapist Home Care
- Fusion Home Health Care Agency
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Troy, MI
- Job Description Job Description Fusion Home Health Care Agency is looking for a licensed physical therapist, who is look...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapy Assistant
- EPIC Health System LLC
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Southfield, MI
- Job Description Job Description Physical Therapist Assistant We are looking for a licensed Physical Therapist Assista...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapist Assistant
- Southfield Center for Integrated Musculoskeletal Injury PC
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Southfield, MI
- Role Description This is a full-time on-site role as a Physical Therapist Assistant at Southfield Center for Integrated ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
In search of a Physical Therapist
- Focused Home Care Services LLC
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Livonia, MI
- Job Description Job Description in search of a licensed physical therapist to work with the catastrophically injured pat...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapist - Full Time Plymouth, MI
- Jackson Therapy Partners
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Plymouth, MI
- Join our client's team as a licensed Physical Therapist for a full time position with a mission driven facility where ex...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,891 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Pontiac, MI
- Fusion Medical Staffing-Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Pontiac, Michigan. Job Descri...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapist Assistant
- Southfield Center For Integrated Musculoskeletal Injury Pc
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Southfield, MI
- Role Description This is a full-time on-site role as a Physical Therapist Assistant at Southfield Center for Integrated ...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapist - Full Time Hartland, MI
- Jackson Therapy Partners
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Hartland, MI
- Join our client's team as a licensed Physical Therapist for a full time position with a mission driven facility where ex...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Troy, Michigan
Troy is a city located in Metropolitan Detroit's northern suburbs in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 80,980 at the 2010 census, making it the 11th-largest city in Michigan by population, and the largest city in Oakland County. Troy has become a business and shopping destination in the Metro Detroit area, with numerous office centers and the upscale Somerset Collection mall.
In 2011, Troy was ranked the safest city in Michigan, as well as the 19th safest city in the nation. In 2008, Troy was ranked 22nd on a list of "Best Places to Live" in the United States by...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Licensed Physical Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home jobs
$62,750 to $72,906
Troy, Michigan area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago