Physical Therapist
Renton, Washington
WA-Renton-900 SW 16th St Ste 310-98057

Travel Physical Therapist

Employment Type: Temporary Contract Length: 13 weeks Location: Renton, Washington (coverage across South King County, WA) Patient Care Setting: Home Health Resource Type: Non-IT Contractor Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree

Schedule

• 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Productivity expectation: 30 points minimum
• On-call/weekend requirement listed as "No," and the posting also states "no routine weekend requirements"
• The responsibilities section requires the ability to participate in a weekend rotation and potential availability on observed holidays

Role Summary

• Assess patient functional status, mobility, endurance, pain, and related medical conditions, then help determine and carry out the treatment plan
• Evaluate all body systems as required for CMS documentation and complete patient evaluations and plans of care within state guidelines
• Consult with physicians on the therapy plan of care and report patient response and changes to the nurse supervisor and/or physician
• Complete progress notes for each visit and a written discharge summary or summary report at least every 60 days
• Report evaluation outcomes, goals, and projected frequency of care to the nurse supervisor within 24 hours
• Provide in-service education and participate in staff conferences and committees
• Supervise the PTA per agency policy and state regulation; may supervise home health aides if state regulation allows
• Visit patients across the agency's service area and nearby agencies as needed
• Maintain current knowledge and state licensure through continuing education
• Schedule flexibility is needed to meet patient needs

Patient Population

• Predominantly older adults receiving care in the home
• Rehabilitation caseload includes orthopedic, neurologic, cardiopulmonary, post-surgical, and medically complex patients

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in the state of Washington
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Bachelor's degree
• Current driver's license, with vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle

Additional Information

• Professional certification required: Yes (Physical Therapist license, BLS)
• Not TRICARE-related
• Dress code: solid-colored scrubs of any color