Physical Therapist- Home Health Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care•Hagerstown, MD

7d•$68 - $80•Onsite

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a per diem position performing home health visits through its Montgomery Maryland Visits office. The office serves adult and geriatric clients on a per-visit basis in territories throughout Washington County, Maryland. The Physical Therapist is an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients so they can receive the medical care needed to remain at home. The role includes making client home visits, assessing physical function and safety, developing and revising individualized care plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and educating clients and their representatives. Documentation is completed using a touch-pad tablet. BAYADA describes a supportive team environment, infection-prevention measures, training and scholarship opportunities, career tracks, and recognition programs. Base pay is $68–$80 per point, depending on qualifications.

Requirements

Current Maryland Physical Therapist license.
Graduation from a program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, as indicated by a school transcript or diploma.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Solid computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, including assessments of joint mobility and range, transfer status, stability, gait patterns and appearance, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote wound repair using evidence-based dressings and topical agents.
Develop and implement individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy care plan and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other client representatives in rehabilitative care and activities that promote health, safety, and independent living.
Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to client care management and services using a touch-pad tablet.