Physical Therapist
Company: Freedom Home Health and Hospice Care Services
Location: Chico
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Director of Rehab Manoah 530-781-4005 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 Personnel
Services Agreement. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a
written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will 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—potential for rehab. 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/caregiver
members 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 train patient in the use of prosthetic
device. 4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other
home health services and refers as necessary. 5. Prepares and
submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of
goals. 6. Participates in discharge planning for patient. 7.
Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the
attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy. 8. Provides
physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when
indicated. 9. Provides inservice education programs for nursing
organization personnel as needed. 10. Participates in peer
consultation process. 11. Supervises physical therapy assistants
according to organization policy and state regulations. 12. When
therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and
evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks. 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, if
applicable. 3. Two years of appropriate experience as a physical
therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred. 4.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization
skills. 5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification. 6.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in
accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good
working order. Willing to hire H-1B Visa workers and assist with
housing.
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