Travel Physical Therapist
Puyallup, WA
GHR Healthcare - Travel
5x8 hrs, Days

Productivity Expectations (points): 30

Coverage Areas: Pierce County, WA

Shift schedule (days, start & end times): Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

On Call/Weekend Requirement: No

Will Milage be reimbursed between visits, from first patient to last patient (Y/N)? Y

What are the top responsibilities for this position? (Please be as detailed as possible):
• Evaluates the patient's functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS
documentation, and physical therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development
of the therapy plan of care.
• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the
practice of physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with
other members of the health care team.
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her
condition to the nurse supervisor and/or the physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum
functioning using acceptable standards of practice and evidence based techniques.
• Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the
family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward
goals.
• Visits patients within the entire service area of their respective agency and other nearby LHC
agencies as needed.
• According to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits
progress notes per LHC policy
• Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific
guidelines. Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of
care to nurse supervisor within 24 hours of the evaluation.
• Participates in staff conferences and committees as requested by the agency.
• May supervise home health aides per LHC policy if allowed per state regulation.
• Provides supervision of the PTA as per LHC policy and state regulation.
• Schedule flexibility is needed in this role to ensure we provide care to the patient as needed.
Requires the ability to participate in a weekend rotation and potential availability on observed
holidays to ensure we are meeting the demands of our patients.
• Prepares a written discharge summary and/or a written summary report on patient's
condition at least every 60 days.
• Provides in-service education as requested by agency leadership.
• Adheres to LHC Therapy Standards of Practice in provision of services to all patients.
• Is responsible for accessing education to maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and skills
that are up to date with the current standards of care for the profession and to maintain state
issued licensure.
• All other duties as assigned.