MAXIMUM CARE HOSPICE Job Descriptions
5301 Laurel Canyon Blvd. Suite 230 Valley Village, CA 91607 | Tel: (818) 232-8123 | Fax: (818) 232-8124 | info@maximumcarehospice.com
Job Title/Position: Physical Therapist
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The physical therapist contracted or employed through the organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services
and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Employment Agreement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSILITIES
1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but not be limited to:
A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care.
Evaluates home environment.
B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM and transfer capabilities. Less a goal of rehab, more a focus on maintaining comfort.
C. Directing physical therapy treatment.
D. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy
F. Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/ caregivers in certain phases of physical therapy
with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient
by participating in case conferences.
3. May educate patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
5. Participates in patient discharge planning. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals
directed by organization policy.
6. Provides physical therapy consultation to families/caregivers, as appropriate.
7. Provides inservice education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
8. Participates in the interdisciplinary group.
9. Actively participates in the quality management program.
10. Participates in orientation program for hospice team members. The above statements are intended to be a representative summary
of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related
tasks other than those stated in this description.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
1. Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or masters program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
2. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state.
3. At least two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/hospice experience is preferred.
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
6. Understands hospice philosophy, focus of care is comfort vs. rehab and to maintain care in their residence as long as possible.
5301 Laurel Canyon Blvd. Suite 230 Valley Village, CA 91607 | Tel: (818) 232-8123 | Fax: (818) 232-8124 | info@maximumcarehospice.com
Job Title/Position: Physical Therapist
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The physical therapist contracted or employed through the organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services
and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Employment Agreement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSILITIES
1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but not be limited to:
A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care.
Evaluates home environment.
B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM and transfer capabilities. Less a goal of rehab, more a focus on maintaining comfort.
C. Directing physical therapy treatment.
D. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy
F. Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/ caregivers in certain phases of physical therapy
with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient
by participating in case conferences.
3. May educate patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
5. Participates in patient discharge planning. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals
directed by organization policy.
6. Provides physical therapy consultation to families/caregivers, as appropriate.
7. Provides inservice education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
8. Participates in the interdisciplinary group.
9. Actively participates in the quality management program.
10. Participates in orientation program for hospice team members. The above statements are intended to be a representative summary
of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related
tasks other than those stated in this description.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
1. Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or masters program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
2. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state.
3. At least two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/hospice experience is preferred.
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
6. Understands hospice philosophy, focus of care is comfort vs. rehab and to maintain care in their residence as long as possible.
