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Physical Therapist - Home Care Job Description
The following is a full job description for Physical Therapist - Home Care. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Physical Therapist - Home Care along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Physical Therapist - Home Care is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles:
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Requirements and Responsibilities For Physical Therapist - Home Care
Evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, or surgery in a home care environment. Establishes individualized treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Maintains patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly. Advises patients and their families on in-home treatment options and what to expect from the recovery process. May work with and/or consult with physicians, case managers, and other medical professionals. Requires a doctorate degree in physical therapy. Requires a state license to practice physical therapy. Typically reports to a manager. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
Also referred to as:
Home Health Physical Therapist, Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT) -Home Care
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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care
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Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Care
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Physical Therapist I
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Physical Therapist III
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Physical Therapist II
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Level of Education:
Physical Therapist - Home Care Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA
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Physical Therapist - Home Care Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
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Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
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Healthcare
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