Physical Therapist – Powerback Rehabilitation To You

Genesis Administrative Services•East Longmeadow, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist primarily provides outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The role evaluates patients and develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation, restore and enhance function, and promote independence and productivity. The therapist identifies and refers patients to other disciplines as needed and provides instruction and training to patients and caregivers. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings. Treatment services may include therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary repair and protection, electrotherapeutic and other physical or mechanical modalities, health and wellness, chronic disease management education, fall-risk assessment and intervention, and case management in home and community settings. The therapist also designs or applies adaptive devices, assesses home and community mobility, and recommends ways to support safe mobility. The role includes clinical and billing documentation, coordination with the rehabilitation team, and supervision of assistants, students, and support personnel when applicable.

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 Physical Therapy experience.
A qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. Physical Therapy degree.
Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

Provide outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes or rooms in independent living facilities.
Assess patients and develop, implement, and adapt individualized physical therapy plans of care.
Identify patient needs and make referrals to other disciplines and agencies.
Instruct, educate, and train patients and caregivers in skills that support independence and productivity.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with state requirements.
Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, clinical and billing documentation requirements, and work-related meetings.
Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing, and other related meetings.
Consult with rehabilitation team members to select appropriate therapeutic regimens.
Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
Order supplies and equipment; clean and maintain equipment and report repair needs.
Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses and treatment plans; identify precautions and contraindications; and document services.
Provide therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, and electrotherapeutic, physical-agent, and mechanical modalities.
Incorporate health and wellness, chronic disease management, and fall-risk assessment and interventions into care.
Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
Select activities appropriate to each patient’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
Teach mobility skills and techniques and evaluate patient progress, attitudes, behavior, and rehabilitative potential.
Reexamine patients as needed and modify or progress treatment plans.
Perform home and community mobility assessments and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
Provide caring, compassionate service that recognizes patients’ and families’ needs and rights.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members; dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
Clinical mentorship program for new graduates beginning on day one.
Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
Journey Travel Program offering work opportunities across the United States with the security of a full-time role.
Discounts on wireless and TV services, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
Clinicians in Action professional development program.
$10,000 bonus.