Rehab SpecialistRequisition Number 12-0763
Title Rehab Specialist
City Columbus
State GA
Description BE A VISIONARY
Dream big. Think outside the box. See the possibilities. Offer creative solutions - Amedisys listens
Amedisys began more than 25 years ago as a dream in a living room in small-town Louisiana. Since that time, we have grown into a national company with over 15,000 employees and 500+ agencies across the country and Puerto Rico, but have never lost sight of why and how we got here.
Amedisys Home Health Services is a leading provider of home health and hospice services. As a national company, we have a far reach and have positioned ourselves as an industry leader in quality care and as the company that is reducing acute care hospitalization.
As our growth rapidly continues, we are seeking dynamic employees to aide in our mission: to provide cost-efficient, quality home care services to the patients entrusted in our care.
REMEMBER WHY WE ARE HERE
We are here to exceed the expectations of our patients, clients, and their families by providing excellent clinical care and premier service
Our patients are our number one concern, and we hire individuals who are passionate about enabling those patients to recover faster, while maintaining and improving their quality of life, in the setting they prefer - at home. As a Physical Therapist with Amedisys, you will be part of one of the fastest growing segments in the health care market. Our motto, service is our passion, says it all. If you share these goals and values call us today and learn more about joining the Amedisys team!
As a Physical Therapist at Amedisys you will:
. Evaluate and treat patients using the most current technology and practices
. Provide valuable input into the patient's care and treatment
. Be provided with a consistent case load.
. Gain quality experience in working with a multi-disciplinary team and personal patient interaction.
. Spend more time working with patients and make a significant difference in their lives
. Manage and educate the Physical Therapy Assistants' performance in implementing physical therapy services.
. Have flexibility in your work schedule and autonomy in patient assessment
. Be positioned for Career Advancements within Amedisys.
. Receive excellent Benefits to include a lucrative salary, Continuing Education credits, and specialty rehab programs
. Work with team members who share your passion
BUILD CAREERS, NOT JOBS
Promote an environment that fosters continuous learning. Create your own future. Recognize and reward excellence.
Along with a first-rate employee benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, 401K options; and paid time off; Amedisys offers its employees continuous learning opportunities and provides them with all the necessary tools and resources to perform their role to its fullest. We encourage rewarding careers and never want to simply offer someone a job. Unique employee programs allow personal and professional growth. At Amedisys, it all starts here with you.
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*Amedisys Home Health Services, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.
Requirements QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. Current and unencumbered state license to practice as a Registered Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist or Speech Languate Pathologist specific to that state the employee is assigned to work by theCompany.
2. Minimum of Three (3) years experience required.
3. Minimum of One (1) year Home care experience required.
4. Experience in program management preferred.
5. Current CPR certification.
6. Therapy skills as defined by generally accepted therapy standards and practice acts.
7. Ability to assess patient status and identify requirements relative to age specific needs.
8. Ability to assess homebound status and medical necessity
9. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, physicians, and other members of the health care team.
DEGREE OF TRAVEL
Frequent travel related to patient/family home visits, periodic office meetings, and consultation visit with members of the health care team and other members of the medical community. Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license, and agency-required liability insurance.
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