Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist - Care Delivery supports the Care Delivery team with assistive technology and rehabilitative needs for a population of individuals with complex mobility, health, and psychosocial needs.

Essential Functions:

Document clinical assessment in EMR according to Care Delivery practice standards and includes documentation as required by patient's insurers.

Participates in joint visits with primary care providers, care team members, treating therapists and vendors to evaluate patient needs and collaborate and develop most effective plan of care and to ensure appropriate adaptive equipment is in place.

Completes DME assessments and comprehensive PT evaluations, and provides instruction to patients, families, and caregivers on use of equipment, transfers, mobility etc.; Works closely with DME suppliers and manufacturers reps.

Evaluates legitimacy and coordinates cost effective solutions for DME requests and authorization review.

Responds to patient directed interventions and all communication.

Administers treatment as directed.

Attends care delivery team meetings as directed.

Provides clinical care to members via telehealth technologies (video, chat, etc.) for a clinically appropriate clinical care and care management services.

Perform any other job related duties as requested.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy required

Master's degree or Doctorate in the science of Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy preferred

Five (5) years of related experience required

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:

Basic data entry skills and internet utilization skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Ability to work cohesively with all peers and departments at all times and even under the most stressful situations.

Ability to manage high volume caseloads in all settings of care (home, SNF, ALF, elderly housing, group homes, private homes)

Must be able to modify clinical recommendations and develop alternatives to recommended plan of care in complex cases

Attention to detail

Familiarity of the healthcare field

Proper grammar usage and phone etiquette

Time management and prioritization skills

Customer service oriented

Decision making/problem solving skills

Strong organizational skills

Licensure and Certification:

Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist required

Assistive Technology Professional Certification preferred

Must have valid driver's license, vehicle and verifiable insurance. Employment in this position is conditional pending successful clearance of a driver's license record check. If the driver's license record results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if employee has started employment in position, employment in this position will be terminated

To help protect our employees, members, and the communities we serve from acquiring communicable diseases, Influenza vaccination is a requirement of this position. CareSource requires annual proof of Influenza vaccination for designated positions during Influenza season (October 1 - March 31) as a condition of continued employment. Employees hired during Influenza season will have thirty (30) days from their hire date to complete the required vaccination and have record of immunization verified.

CareSource adheres to all federal, state, and local regulations. CareSource provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or medical conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, or as required by state law to enable the employee to perform the essential functions of the position. Request for accommodations will be completed through an interactive review process.

Working Conditions:

This is a mobile position, meaning that regular travel to different work locations, including homes, offices or other public settings, is essential.Will be exposed to weather conditions typical of the location and may be required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.Must reside in the same territory they are assigned to work in; exceptions may be considered, due to business needMay be required to travel greater than 50% of time to perform work duties.Required to use general office equipment, such as a telephone, photocopier, fax machine, and computerFlexible hours, including possible evenings and/or weekends as needed to serve the needs of our members

Over 50% (Mobile) Routine travel required

Compensation Range:

$72,200.00 - $115,500.00

CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate's education, training, and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee's total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Compensation Type (hourly/salary):

Salary

Organization Level Competencies

Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture

Cultivate Partnerships

Develop Self and Others

Drive Execution

Influence Others

Pursue Personal Excellence

Understand the Business

This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.

Brand=Commonwealth Care Alliance

Commonwealth Care Alliance Inc

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