Key responsibilities 

·        Patient and Care Coordination: Act as a patient advocate to help them and their families navigate their health journey and access necessary services. Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, and other providers to ensure a cohesive plan. 

·        Enter visit frequencies and request disciplines/services for patients as needed. Enter clinical notes for auth and Oasis when needed. 

·        Patient evaluation: Assess physical abilities, medical history, and functional limitations, often in the patient's home environment. Treatment planning: Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and range of motion, with input from the patient and physician.  

·        Therapeutic interventions: Provide hands-on therapy, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and stretches, and use modalities like ultrasound or electrical stimulation to manage pain and restore function.  

·        Assistive device training: Teach patients and their families how to safely and correctly use equipment like canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and transfer devices. Patient and family education: Educate clients on their condition, recovery process, and how to perform exercises and manage their home environment to prevent future injuries. 

·         Home safety assessment: Evaluate the home for safety hazards and recommend modifications to reduce fall risks. Documentation and reporting: Maintain accurate and timely patient records, document progress, and report findings and changes to the physician and other members of the care team. 

·         Care team collaboration: Work with nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated approach to patient care.  Required skills 

·        Care Plan Development: Assess patients' need to create and implement individualized care plans that meet specific health goals. This includes incorporating patient and family feedback and adjusting as needed  

·        Clinical Oversight: Oversee the clinical coordination of assigned cases, often focusing on adherence to CHHA standards and regulations. This may include reviewing and approving documentation like the Plan of Care (POC) and OASIS assessments. 

·        Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, including clinical notes and statistical documentation. Ensure all services and documentation comply with relevant standards, such as DOH and Medicare. 

·        Communication and Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact for patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team. Communicate regularly with patient care teams and physicians regarding patient needs and changes in condition. 

·        Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor patient progress, visit frequencies, and authorizations to support quality outcomes and ensure timely and accurate billing. 

·        Additional Duties: Some roles may involve supervising PTA/OTA (Physical therapist Assistants/ Occupational therapist Assistants), certain treatments, or assistance with daily living activities, depending on the specific position.  Any other roles and assignments deemed necessary by the agency/Director of Rehab/Administrator. 

Qualifications 

·        Licensing/Requirement:  

·        License Physical Therapy the State of New York 

·        Driver License and a Car is required. 

·        Allowed to Work in the USA. 

·        Experience: 

Experience in a home health or CHHA setting is crucial, with specific knowledge of relevant documentation and compliance (e.g., OASIS, 60-day episodes, 30-day PDGM and 30-day Reassessment) being highly valued.  

·        Skills: Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills are essential. Proficiency in EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems is also frequently required.  

·        Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.