Physical Therapist – Powerback Rehabilitation To You

Genesis Administrative Services • Winchester, MA

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About The Position

Powerback Rehabilitation To You is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to provide mobile outpatient rehabilitation services primarily in patients’ homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The position serves older adults in assisted and independent living facilities and the community, across Westborough, Woburn, Burlington, Bedford, Lexington, Winchester, and Stoneham. The role offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings and is a salaried opportunity with a $5,000 bonus.

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs, and works with patients and caregivers to promote independence, productivity, health, and wellness. The therapist may refer patients to other disciplines to address comprehensive care needs and may supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.

Treatment may include therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, electrotherapeutic and mechanical modalities, chronic disease education, falls assessment and interventions, and case management in the home and community. The therapist also assesses home and community mobility, recommends ways to improve safety, and designs or applies adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics.

Requirements

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• A Master’s degree in Physical Therapy; or a Master’s degree in a Physical Therapy-related field plus a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy; or a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy plus five years of progressively responsible PT experience.
• A qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. degree in Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, establish diagnoses and treatment plans, set goals with patients and caregivers, deliver treatment, and complete related clinical documentation and record keeping.
• Provide outpatient rehabilitation services primarily in patients’ homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities.
• Adapt individualized programs and plans of care to patients’ needs, capabilities, progress, and therapeutic potential.
• Use appropriate therapeutic techniques, including exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, and electrotherapeutic, physical-agent, and mechanical modalities.
• Provide health and wellness programming, chronic disease education, falls assessments and interventions, and case management in home and community settings.
• Assess home and community mobility and recommend strategies for safe mobility.
• Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
• Instruct and train patients and caregivers in skills and functions that promote independence and productivity.
• Refer patients to other disciplines or agencies and consult with rehabilitation team members to select appropriate therapeutic regimens.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as applicable and in accordance with state requirements and professional standards.
• Follow department and patient treatment schedules, meet clinical and billing documentation requirements, and attend work-related meetings.
• Attend and contribute to patient care and staffing conferences and related meetings.
• Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment as needed; clean and maintain equipment and identify and report repair needs.
• Provide caring, compassionate service that recognizes patients’ and families’ needs and rights.
• Perform routine reexaminations as needed to modify or progress treatment plans.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduates.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and a Journey Travel Program offering work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, and eldercare.
• Rewards through the PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Professional development through the Clinicians in Action program.
• $5,000 bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time