Physical Therapist - Peterborough area

Home Healthcare, Hospice & Community Services•Peterborough, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Physical Therapist Needed – Join Our Compassionate Team! Retention bonus of $10,000 payable in quarterly installments during your first year of employment. At HCS, we are dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate home care to individuals who are recovering from surgery, managing chronic conditions, or improving mobility. We believe that every patient deserves high-quality care in the comfort of their own home. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Home Care Physical Therapist to join our team and help our patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. This position is full time with hourly pay. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: You’ll be providing critical care to patients in need, improving their quality of life, and helping them regain their independence. Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours and the ability to work in a personalized, one-on-one setting with patients. Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate team of healthcare professionals who value collaboration and patient-centered care. Professional Growth: We offer ongoing education and training to ensure you stay ahead in your field. Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services (HCS) is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services in southwestern New Hampshire. Clinical services include visiting nurses, physical and occupational therapies, social work and home health aides. Hospice at HCS offers end of life care and grief support for patients and family members wherever they call home, including assisted living and nursing homes. HCS is unique in the wide range of community services that are offered to the community, including Healthy Starts family services, Meals on Wheels and senior dining, City Express and Friendly Bus transportation, and Nurse Is In foot care clinics. HCS is Medicare certified and licensed by the State of New Hampshire.

Requirements

Graduate of a program in physical therapy approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Physical Therapy Association or its equivalent;
One year of professional physical therapy experience under the appropriate supervision; or
A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the person has acquired the necessary competencies required for the position.
Possession of a current State of New Hampshire license to practice as a registered physical therapist.
Must be able and willing to learn to utilize a portable electronic field device. Must be able to manage electronic patient health information (ePHI) remote access in accordance with HCS policies and procedures.
Valid driver’s license and access to an automobile during working hours that meet the State of New Hampshire registration regulations and auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients in their home environment to assess physical mobility, strength, and function.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to the needs of each patient.
Provide hands-on physical therapy to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance daily living skills.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including nurses, occupational therapists, and physicians to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Educate patients and their families on exercises, techniques, and self-care strategies for optimal recovery.
Document progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary based on patient response and goals.
Monitor and ensure patient safety during therapy sessions.