Physical Therapist Case Manager- Home Health
Company: Explore Jobs Search
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
To apply please visit:
https://jobs.explorejobsearch.com/job-detail/280916/physical-therapist-case-manager-home-health
Major Responsibilities:
Conducts a physical therapy evaluation of each patient and
establishes a plan of care and treatment goals. Interprets
physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular,
cardiopulmonary, and/or integument evaluations utilizing
appropriate methods. Evaluates outcomes within an appropriate time
frame.
Provides on-going assessment of patient response to treatments and
teaches and applies interventions as appropriate. Updates and
revises plan of care as indicated and provides physician with
status report on a regular basis.
Communicates problems to physicians and management and clearly
states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as they
occur. Completes a plan of care as indicated and provides physician
with status report. Maintains and updates clinical and patient
records according to state and federal guidelines.
Manages assigned caseload including scheduling and informing site
leadership of coverage needs and ability to provide coverage.
Manages patient's medical condition including medications. Acts as
a patient advocate to insure optimal outcomes. Manages assigned
caseload for optimal functional and financial outcomes; reviews
caseload for Low Utilization Payment Adjustments (LUPA), optimal
number of visits based on progress, Prospective Payment Plan (PPS),
and Outcome Based Quality Initiatives (OBQI) outcomes.
May manage a caseload of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA)
including evaluating their patients, insuring compliance with
established Care Plan, and adhering to all State of Wisconsin
regulations regarding PTA supervision.
Performs Home Health Aide joint visits as appropriate to maximize
patient's functional abilities in the home. May assist with
evaluating patients, turning patient over to PTA and informing PTA
of Plan of Care (POC) per State of Wisconsin regulations. Teaches
appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to
patients and caregivers and develops plan for obtaining adaptive
devices as needed.
Discusses caseload issues and changes in case census with
management. Communicates problems to physicians and management, and
clearly states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as
they occur.
Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement
activities. Facilitates discharge planning process and utilizes
interagency/system and community resources to assure continuity of
care after discharge.
Acts as a resource to employees, which includes training/orienting,
mentoring, and providing guidance on more complex issues. Serves as
an instructor for students, meeting all expectations of the
Clinical Student Program.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which
require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper
technique.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must
demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development
over the life span and possess the ability to assess data
reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate
information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative
to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as
described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific
information is developed further in the departmental job
standards.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Physical Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin,
and
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification
issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained
within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not
required, and
A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor
Vehicles.
Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy.
Experience Required:
Typically requires 3 years of experience in physical therapy
rehabilitation experience within an acute hospital, home health
care, or other relevant environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Demonstrated knowledge of indications and contraindications of
modalities and exercise.
Demonstrated skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment, and
other devices that are available in work area.
Demonstrated proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to
work independently and make sound judgments.
Good human relations, organization, problem solving, and
decision-making skills.
Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint
and Word) or similar products.
Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a
registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to obtain transportation to attend to the daily
schedule of home visits and other business in a timely manner.
Must be capable of the manual dexterity required to use and operate
a variety of medical equipment and supplies, writing implements and
office equipment.
Must have the physical ability to move about in confined spaces,
including bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting and occasionally
reaching one or both arm overhead.
Must be able to work safely with people of various sizes and weight
with diverse and complex medical conditions and physical
limitations.
Must be able to:
Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
Lift up to 20 lbs from waist to overhead.
Lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height reasonable
distance.
Must be able to:
Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person
present.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk and climb stairs for limited to
prolonged periods of time to complete required paperwork, gain
entry to patients' residences, travel from assigned visits and
attend a variety of work related activities.
Must have the physical stamina to attend to patient care
requirements over a period of three or more hours without complete
rest.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work
expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform
other related duties.
To apply please visit:
https://jobs.explorejobsearch.com/job-detail/280916/physical-therapist-case-manager-home-health
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