$1,000 Sign On Bonus for Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health at Aveanna Healthcare in Killeen, Texas

Job Description:

Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health

Schedule: Monday thru Friday, No weekend requirements  

Work Location: Killeen, Texas 76541

Compensation: Up to $105,000 per year with $1,000 Sign On Bonus*

Aveanna Healthcare is growing! We are looking for a talented Physical Therapist (PT) with a passion for working with pediatrics. Aveanna Healthcare is the nation’s largest provider of pediatric homecare, specializing in private duty nursing and therapy services to patients ages birth to 21. Aveanna offers flexible scheduling, mentorship opportunities, and competitive pay and benefits. We are looking for an energetic Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team, full time or part time.  

Our mission is to revolutionize the way that pediatric healthcare is delivered, one patient at a time. We truly value compassion, team integrity and trust within our caregivers, as they are what guides us as we deliver the best care to our medically complex patients. Come join the Aveanna family today! 

Our Benefits include:  

• Market-leading Compensation Packages  

• Flexible Scheduling  


• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance  


• Short and Long Term Disability  


• Company paid Life Insurance  


• FSA and HSA plans  

• 401K with employer match  


• Generous paid vacation plans  


• Up to $750 CEU Reimbursement Annually  


• Company-sponsored Continuing Education Courses  


• Mentor Programs  

Physical Therapist (PT) Qualifications:  

• Meets the qualifications as established by APTA or other professional organization 


• Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in the current state of practice 

• Valid, unexpired Driver’s License 


• Experienced in pediatric rehabilitative services preferred 

*Compensation may vary based on a variety of factors including: Experience, Education, Productivity, Supervision, Location and other factors.

Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Visit https://www.aveanna.com to see more about our opportunities.  

Position Overview
The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning, conducting and implementing physical therapy treatment program in accordance with the medical referral and evaluation to restore or maintain patient’s wellbeing while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.

Essential Job Functions
• Delivery of physical therapy services to comply with prescribed physician orders.
• Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws.
• Provide a written evaluation defining physical therapy needs, goals, progress and expected outcomes in conjunction with referring physician’s Plan of Treatment.
• Participates in coordination of services (including discharge planning) with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, etc.
• Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family.
• Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
• Supervises other personnel (PTA, HHA) as applicable.
• Completes OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation.

Requirements
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures

Additional state specific requirements:
• Continuing Education as required by state

Preferences
• One (1) year of recent experience as a Physical Therapist
• Pediatric experience preferred

Other Skills/Abilities
• Attention to detail
• Time Management
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Good organization and communication skills

Physical Requirements
• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have visual and hearing acuity
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport

Environment
• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions

Other Duties
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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