Job Description:

Position Specific ResponsibilitiesProvides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA).Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency; i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs.Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payors.Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary.Performs initial and ongoing clinical assessments to identify patient needs, determine level of functioning, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points and appropriateness of patient for home health.Performs and oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patients' needs and desires.Prepares, and completes a Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care-team members. Documents on progress notes, phones orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revises the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.Plans and provides appropriate treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment.Assists/instructs patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instructs on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., in a safe manner. Utilizes appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs.Performs other duties as assigned.