Physical Therapist - Nursing Home jobs in Overland Park, KS

Physical Therapist - Nursing Home evaluates and treats patients suffering from a physical disability due to injury, disease, or surgery in a nursing home environment. Establishes treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients' pain and help them increase their mobility. Being a Physical Therapist - Nursing Home works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and adjustors. Monitors, documents, and reports patients' progress. Additionally, Physical Therapist - Nursing Home may supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers. Requires an advanced degree of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). Typically reports to a manager. Requires a state license to practice physical therapy. Physical Therapist - 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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PRN-Home Health Physical Therapist
  • Advanced Home Health of Kansas City
  • Overland Park, KS PART_TIME,OTHER
  • Advanced Home Health of Kansas City is looking to add a PRN Physical Therapist to our Home Health team. The Physical Therapist will plan and provide physical therapy services to clients in their home in accordance with the plan of care and agency policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist performs functions that require substantially specialized knowledge, judgment and skill.

    Qualifications

    • Graduate of Physical Therapy program.
    • Possesses current registration or license as required by the state of practice.
    • Minimum of two (2) year experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience preferred.
    • Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills interpersonal skills.
    • Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state/Agency requirements. Good driving record and reliable transportation.
    • Current CPR certification.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

    • Performs physical therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled procedures, and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
    • Completes initial assessments in forty-eight (48) hours of referral unless other arrangements are made.
    • Develops a therapy care plan to provide direction to other home health team members involved in the Plan of Care. Reviews and updates per Agency policy and client need.
    • Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress (outcomes) on designed forms and submit per Agency guidelines within seven (48) hours.
    • Communicates plans and changes to the physician and to Case Manager and other Agency staff through the care plan, written progress notes, and participation in care conferences.
    • Implements teaching appropriate to the client’s needs and within the context of his/her environment and learning ability.
    • Plans, teaches, supervises, and counsels clients about their physical therapy need to promote improvement or recovery, symptom management of disease process, and community resources.
    • Evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching plan and establishes care plan for others to follow on teaching the client.
    • Uses OASIS assessment tool and outcome reports to improve therapy services and client outcomes.
    • Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with agency policies and procedures.
    • Assesses safety of environment and takes initiative to help prevent accidents and promote safety.

    TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Requires a full range of body motion including the handling and lifting of patients. Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination required. Occasionally will lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds or greater. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. May require working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Involves exposure to communicable diseases. Requires a current driver’s license and the ability to drive and access a patient’s home without assistive device.

    Job Type: Full-Time

    Medical specialties:

    • Geriatrics
    • Home Health

    Schedule:

    • Day shift
    • Monday to Friday

    License/Certification:

    • Physical Therapy License (Preferred)
    • CPR Certification (Preferred)

    Work Location: On the road

    Job Types: Part-time, PRN

    Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Benefits:

    • Opportunities for advancement

    Medical specialties:

    • Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekends as needed

    Work Location: On the road

  • 7 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Lenexa, KS FULL_TIME
  • Overview PT Solutions starts with a true love of physical therapy and fuses that passion with science and training to create an unmatched standard of care for patients. Our enthusiasm is evident in al...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Overview PT Solutions starts with a true love of physical therapy and fuses that passion with science and training to create an unmatched standard of care for patients. Our enthusiasm is evident in al...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Overview PT Solutions starts with a true love of physical therapy and fuses that passion with science and training to create an unmatched standard of care for patients. Our enthusiasm is evident in al...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Merriam, KS FULL_TIME
  • Overview PT Solutions starts with a true love of physical therapy and fuses that passion with science and training to create an unmatched standard of care for patients. Our enthusiasm is evident in al...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Alliance Physical Therapy Partners
  • Prairie, KS FULL_TIME
  • SSOR Physical Therapy, an Alliance Physical Therapy Partner, is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team! Full-time, Part-time, or PRN available. Summary: Responsible for the planning, provis...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Pt Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • This role is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing a treatment program for patients referred by physici...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Encompass Health
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Spinal Cord Injury Physical Therapist More one-on-one time More success for patients and professionals BE THE CONNECTION...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Pt Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Mission, KS
  • This role is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing a treatment program for patients referred by physici...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Pt Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Overland Park, KS
  • This role is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing a treatment program for patients referred by physici...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Pt Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Lenexa, KS
  • This role is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing a treatment program for patients referred by physici...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Lenexa, KS
  • This role is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing a treatment program for patients referred by physici...
  • 9/22/2023 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Kansas City, KS
  • This role is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing a treatment program for patients referred by physici...
  • 8/28/2023 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy
  • Merriam, KS
  • This role is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing a treatment program for patients referred by physici...
  • 6/5/2023 12:00:00 AM

Overland Park is located in northeastern Kansas at the junction of Interstate 435 and U.S. Route 69 immediately east of Olathe, the county seat. The city center is roughly 13 miles (21 km) south-southwest of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The city lies on the northern edge of the Osage Plains a few miles south of the Kansas River. One of the river's tributaries, Turkey Creek, flows northeast through the extreme northern part of the city. South of Turkey Creek, the majority of the city lies in the watershed of the Blue River. Several of the river's tributaries run east-northeast across the cit...
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Income Estimation for Physical Therapist - Nursing Home jobs
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Overland Park, Kansas area prices
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