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This position is for a Physical Therapist (Home Health) with a company located in Kosciusko, MS.

Summary: The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress.

Duties and Responsibilities Include: Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs; Assists 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 supervising nurse and/or the physician; Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice; 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 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.

Requirements and Qualifications Include: Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice; Current CPR certification required; Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle. Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will consider requests for religious or medical exemptions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer -- vets, disability

Applicants are to update their MSWORKS Profile and apply online at: https://careers.lhcgroup.com/careers-home/