Home Health Physical Therapy Case Manager

Role Overview

• Conducts a physical therapy evaluation of each patient and establishes a plan of care and treatment goals
• Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integument evaluations utilizing appropriate methods
• Evaluates outcomes within an appropriate time frame
• Provides on-going assessment of patient response to treatments and teaches and applies interventions as appropriate
• Updates and revises plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report on a regular basis
• Communicates problems to physicians and management and clearly states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as they occur
• Completes a plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report
• Maintains and updates clinical and patient records according to state and federal guidelines
• Manages assigned caseload including scheduling and informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to provide coverage
• Acts as a patient advocate to insure optimal outcomes
• Performs Home Health Aide joint visits as appropriate to maximize patient's functional abilities in the home
• Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to patients and caregivers and develops plan for obtaining adaptive devices as needed
• Facilitates discharge planning process and utilizes interagency/system and community resources to assure continuity of care after discharge
• Acts as a resource to employees, which includes training/orienting, mentoring, and providing guidance on more complex issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
• Physical Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
• Typically requires 3 years of experience in physical therapy rehabilitation experience within an acute hospital, home health care, or other relevant environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of indications and contraindications of modalities and exercise
• Demonstrated skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment, and other devices that are available in work area
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work independently and make sound judgments
• Good human relations, organization, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products
• Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
• and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program