ESPERANZA HEALTH CENTERS
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Description
The physical therapist evaluates and treats participants upon referral by the Interdisciplinary Team in accordance with the order from the physician. Provides treatment through a variety of therapeutic procedures and activities, as well as the use of assistive devices, with the intent of maximizing functional potential and safety for the participant. The Physical Therapist reports to the PACE Site Director.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducts an initial Physical Therapy assessment and scheduled and as-needed reassessments for all PACE participants.
- May participate in completion of Determination of Need (DON) document as part of PACE enrollment eligibility assessment.
- Performs all functions and duties as required as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), including, but not limited to, participation in IDT meetings, family conferences, grievances, service determination requests, CMS audits.
- Coordinates with IDT in developing individualized plans of care for each PACE participant.
- Develops and implements an individualized treatment plan with functional, achievable goals, as appropriate.
- Selects and administers appropriate objective tests and measures to facilitate the identification of needs, risks, and change of status and uses that information to develop an appropriate care plan in coordination with the IDT.
- Revises treatment plans and goals as needed throughout the treatment process.
Requirements:
- Possess reliable transportation.
- Bilingual Spanish mandatory.
- Must possess valid driver’s license and documentation of current automobile insurance at PACE organization-specified levels.
- Must have a degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
- 2 years’ experience as a PT preferred.
- Experience in Inpatient Rehabilitation, Day Rehab, or Long-Term Care settings a plus.
- Minimum of one year of experience with the frail and elderly required.
- Must be licensed in the state of Illinois as a Physical Therapist.